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Online Diversion: Santa’s Gift Sling

admin — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 12:00:17 +0000

Everyone seems to love the slingshot action Angry Birds offer, but if you’ve grown tired of slinging birds at thieving pigs, why not take a break and give Santa a hand? Sure, Santa’s Gift Sling is a simple game, but it’s a great way to put you in the holiday mood. Just have Santa use the sling looped around his reindeer’s antlers to shoot the Christmas gifts into the chimney.

Sounds easy, right?

Online Diversion: Bark the Dog

admin — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 15:43:37 +0000

Can you save Bark the Dog and all his friends? In this online diversion, monsters have robbed Bark the Dog. Monsters were always jealous about the great friends and sweet stuff Bark had, so they planned to steal it all from him in the middle of the night. Little do they know that Bark is the most courageous dog there is, and he wants all of his stuff back! Help Bark regain all of his belongings and save his friends in the ultimate monster-maze puzzle adventure.

Online Diversion: Starlight 2

admin — Sun, 06 Nov 2011 21:18:12 +0000

Pretend you’re gazing into a night sky full of dazzling stars. Instead of searching for constellations, use your imagination to discover what pictures are hidden between the stars! If you’re already a fan of Starlight, you’ll rejoice to know that with Starlight 2, there are almost two times more levels than what the original game offered.
In addition to two new game play modes to satisfy every player’s needs, you can now create your own constellations too! So, check out the games built-in levels editor, which even comes with a video tutorial, and don’t forget to share your creation with others!

Online Diversion: de Blog Revolution

admin — Thu, 10 Mar 2011 19:57:47 +0000

Here’s the story: You are a blob. In de Blog Revolution, your job is to slide around saving Graydians. BUT, you can’t cross your own path to do so! Also, watch out for the forces of INKT!

This puzzler is loads of fun. The graphics are great and the levels have infinite playability. Be sure and watch the trailer: Very entertaining! Have fun!

Online Diversion: Corporation, Inc.

admin — Sat, 19 Feb 2011 20:24:40 +0000

How many times have you said, “I could run this company better than the owner!” Well, now is your chance to prove it. Corporation, Inc. puts you in the Executive chair. But instead of putting your feet up on the desk, you have get to work, building your office, staffing it with reliable workers, and handling all of the problems that arise along the way. This game is hilarious and loads of fun. How big can you make YOUR company?!

Online Diversion: Monster’s Den – Book of Dread

admin — Thu, 06 Jan 2011 23:00:47 +0000

If you’ve gamed for very long, no doubt you’ve encountered a good dungeon crawler. You know, that game that lets you become a fighter or sorcerer, scouring an underground labyrinth for monsters and loot.

This week’s online diversion, Monster’s Den – Book of Dread, is a great incarnation of this game type. It’s simple enough to start playing immediately, but detailed enough to keep you interested. Enjoy!

Online Diversion: Liquid Measure 2

admin — Fri, 10 Dec 2010 15:00:50 +0000

Who knew plumbing could be so much fun. In Liquid Measure 2, your job is to make sure you catch the water. But not just all of the water, only certain amount. By maneuvering pipes, devices, and even the collection bucket, you need to collect the exact amount of water required. The first levels are relatively easy, but after a while, you will have to put your thinking cap on – or plumbers cap, as the case may be!

Online Diversion: Escape the Room

admin — Thu, 25 Nov 2010 23:00:04 +0000

You are trapped in a room. Using your mouse, you must figure out how to escape. You have no instructions. These ingenious puzzles will keep you occupied for hours!

If you truly get stumped, you can click on a “walkthrough” for the answer. Pay attention to the details. Mouse over the screen looking for clickable items. Sometimes you can “pick up” objects that can be used elsewhere.

I won’t tell you anymore. Begin your “quest for the exit” at Submachines!

Online Diversion: Conquer Antarctica

admin — Sun, 21 Nov 2010 23:00:16 +0000

You can put a penguin in any situation and they are still cute, including a game of global domination. The object of Conquer Antarctica should be obvious. How you do that is the fun part.

Your penguin has a little bazooka, allowing you to shoot snowballs at the enemy birds. By choosing the correct trajectory and speed, you can knock the enemy off of their ice bergs. This game is perfect for kids. No blood or violence, just penguins having a snowball fight. Of course, I’m not sure what the “grenade” option does yet….Enjoy!

Online Diversion: World of Solitaire

admin — Wed, 17 Nov 2010 23:00:22 +0000

What is the first game you ever played on Windows? In fact, what was the game that taught you how to use a mouse? That’s right: Solitaire. Today, there are hundreds of variations of this classic computer game. And World of Solitaire is the best!

This web-based game gives you the ability to play within a web page…no download required! By clicking on the menu at the top, you can choose different variations on this game, and even change your background. You may never go back to playing the standard Windows Solitaire again. Enjoy!