Radiant Optimizer Games
About Hedgewars
Hedgewars is a free, open-source turn-based artillery game in the spirit of Worms, starring heavily armed hedgehogs.
Hedgewars in the browser
Because the game is open source, this is one of the safest picks on the list.
How to play Hedgewars online
- Use a desktop browser (Chrome or Edge works best).
- Click “Play now”. The game opens in a new tab on the original project's site.
- Wait for the first load; big games can download hundreds of MB.
- Click inside the game to capture the mouse. Press Esc to release it.
⚠ Never download a launcher or .exe from a browser game page.
Tips for Hedgewars
- Check the wind indicator before firing the bazooka.
- Hold fire longer for more power; tap for short throws.
- Use utilities like the rope and teleport to reach safer ground.
Hedgewars: questions and answers
Can I play Hedgewars online for free?
Yes. Hedgewars opens in a browser tab on the project's own site, with no download and no sign-up.
Do I need to install Hedgewars?
No. Everything runs inside the browser tab. Close the tab and nothing stays on your computer apart from the browser cache.
Does Hedgewars work on a phone or Chromebook?
It is built for desktop browsers. Chromebooks with an up-to-date Chrome usually work if they have enough memory; phones are not officially supported.
Why is Hedgewars not loading?
Fan-made browser ports often run on small servers. Wait a minute and refresh, use Chrome or Edge on a desktop, close other heavy tabs, and make sure no extension is blocking the page.
Is this the official Hedgewars?
No. This page links to an independent web project. Neither Radiant Optimizer Games nor the project is affiliated with Hedgewars community.
