Games for everyone

What’s your poison?

Regardless of format, games have always been a part of human nature. Whether they are outdoor childhood games, board games, or video games, they’ve not only provided a form of interactive entertainment but, for some, games have served as a happy distraction. For others, they are a way to unwind and de-stress. Meanwhile, many tap into games to explore the world and/or stay sharp.

Windows 11 devices are capable of catering to all your gaming needs. Long gone are the days of Solitaire versus hardcore gaming. Through the Gaming category on the Microsoft Store on Windows, you’ll find there are games for every player. No player is left behind.

Featured free games

Yes, free.

Solitaire gets a serious makeover with the Solitaire Cruise Tripeaks Card Game. Its sleek design and multiple levels allow you to immerse yourself in a whole new experience of a simple, yet addictive card game. Are you a lover of simulation games? Explore new worlds and adventure through games like Dragon City, Monster Legends, and Forge of Empires. Tap into your love of puzzles, board games, and casino by checking out Jewel Star, Gummy Drop!, or World Series Poker. You’re no longer limited to the confines of what came in the box of a board game with your Windows 11 device. These free games are complex, offering in-depth worlds to heighten your experience with beautiful, clever designs. Take your gaming to the next level through music, action, and role-playing games such as SongPop 2, Raid: Shadow Legends, and Imperia Online: The Great People. Play these games now, for free.

Racing games

If you have a need for speed but value your safety and want to avoid speeding tickets, then tap into that same adrenaline with one of the many racing games offered in the Microsoft Store on Windows. Racing against the world’s most exotic cars, or dump trucks, across an ever-expanding array of terrains, you can quench your thirst for adrenaline with the Forza series or Asphalt 9: Legends. Perhaps you can apply your natural interest in physics through Hill Climb Racing? Want to test your driving abilities and competitive spirit against others? Try battling it out against friends or an online community. These games leave no stones unturned, and there is plenty more from where these came from. Check them out now!

Hidden object games

These games go beyond hide and seek. You are fully immersed in engaging storylines, adventures, and new worlds. Escapism at its best! For example, Seekers Notes: Hidden Mystery combines match-three puzzles with hidden objects, offering the perfect amount of mystery. Explore an entirely new world with Hidden City: Hidden Object Adventure. This game has thousands of brain puzzles and riddles just waiting for you to solve. If you are a lover of solving crime mysteries, prove your detective skills in the perplexing murder mysteries of Homicide Squad: Crime Investigation Hidden Object Game. Whatever your taste for adventure is, we’ve got it. Discover more.

Classic games

And you never can go wrong with the classics. Are you a sucker for card games like Blackjack Professional, Spades, or Simple Mahjong? Take a break during your day and dive in. How about traditional board games like Dominoes, The Chess Lv.100, or The Backgammon? Sometimes it’s nice to walk into a game where you already know all the rules. For lovers of word games, your favorites—like Simple Word Search—are always right at your fingertips. What other games look familiar or simply catch your eye?

Core games

Ready to test your skills and take your gaming to your next level? Check out this collection of games that cover every interest. From strategy games to shooter games, there are so many options to consider. Your childhood dream of becoming Maverick can be realized through the twists and turns of Microsoft Flight Simulator: Premium Deluxe Edition. Ready to take the world by storm? Through a series of unique, narrative-driven campaigns and ever-evolving landscapes, Sea of Thieves allows you to explore a vast open world filled with ready-to-be spoiled islands, unexplored sunken ships, and precious treasures. Meanwhile, if you have a hankering for an all-out global war, War Planet Online: Global Conquest puts you and thousands of players on a massive real-world map for the ultimate battle. Create alliances, plot your masterful strategy, and attack your enemies now in this non-stop game of war. Explore our core games collection if you want to discover new, powerful experiences in the world of gaming on your Windows 11 device.