Penny Arcade
The longest-running games comic on the web, three strips a week since 1998, plus the posts that built an industry.
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How to get the most from it
Penny Arcade sits in Webcomics under Laugh, filed as rabbit hole.
- Open it when the evening is free. It has no natural stopping point.
- It works on a phone or a desktop, so open it on whatever is nearest.
- It works with the sound off, so it is fine on a train or in a quiet office.
- No account needed — you can start without signing up.
- Go in expecting something funny and nostalgic.
About this category: Long-running strips with archives measured in thousands. Start at the beginning; you will not, but the option is there.
Good for
- A long evening with nothing planned
- A reliable laugh
- A trip back to the older internet
- A quiet break at your desk
- Killing time on your phone
- Trying it with zero commitment
Penny Arcade: quick answers
Is Penny Arcade free?
Yes. Penny Arcade is free to use and needs no account.
Do I need an account to use Penny Arcade?
No. You can use Penny Arcade without signing up for anything.
Does Penny Arcade work on a phone?
Yes. Penny Arcade works on phones as well as desktop browsers.
Is Penny Arcade safe for work?
Yes, we file it as safe for work. It also works muted.
How long does Penny Arcade take?
We file it as "Rabbit hole": Clear your evening. We warned you.
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