The Evolution of Browser Games: How HTML5 Powers Modern Play
a. Legacy technologies like Adobe Flash once dominated browser gaming, relying on plugins that limited performance and accessibility. But Flash’s plug-in dependency created barriers—requiring constant updates and offering inconsistent experiences across devices. The shift to HTML5 revolutionized this model by enabling native-like performance directly in the browser, without external software.
b. Key advantages of HTML5 include cross-platform compatibility, offline functionality, and seamless integration with modern web APIs—features that allow games to run reliably on any device, from smartphones to desktops, and support features like persistent progress and real-time updates.
c. This foundational shift paved the way for games that feel truly native,