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Open Source Games is an independent, curated directory that surfaces playable open-source games hosted on GitHub. It lists 166 entries across many genres and platforms, with filters for genre, platform (Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, browser, terminal), play style (single-player, online or local multiplayer), and sort options like newest repositories or most starred. Each game entry includes a short description, screenshots, GitHub metadata (repository date and status), and clear play options such as "Play now" (browser builds), "Run locally," or "Get the game."

The collection emphasizes fresh discoveries from small teams and experimental projects, featuring highlighted picks (for example Yarn Planet) and a rotating set of recent projects like Snack Hole, Regolith, Voxel Musou, and Kindergrimm. It flags relevant details - required original files, AI-assisted builds, or platforms supported - and shows genre counts (Action & shooters, Strategy, Exploration, etc.) to convey scope. The site focuses on discoverability and practical access: source code links, play requirements, and community-oriented curation so users can try, contribute to, or fork under‑the‑radar open-source games.

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