Flash Games: A Creative Golden Age, Now Gone
2025-03-02
The end of Flash in December 2020 marked the end of one of the most creative periods in gaming history. Millions of Flash games, played billions of times across thousands of websites, represented a period of chaotic creativity. Sites like Newgrounds allowed anyone to publish games instantly, fostering experimentation across genres and styles. Flash's designer-centric workflow empowered non-programmers to create games, and its cross-platform compatibility ensured wide reach. However, the rise of the iPhone and Flash's security issues ultimately led to its demise. Despite this, Flash's impact on indie game development and the industry as a whole remains undeniable, with countless developers crediting Flash for their success.