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Life & fun · October 3, 2016

Braains.io

A multiplayer HTML5 game engine

Braains.io launched on October 3, 2016 with 23 votes, #1,553 of 3,690 launches that month and more than 75% of that year's launches. The site was still online in September 2026, 10 years on.

In plain words

Braains.io is a multiplayer HTML5 game engine that enables developers to create and run browser-based games. The platform supports real-time multiplayer functionality, allowing players to interact in shared game worlds. It is designed for game developers and creators who want to build web-based gaming experiences without requiring additional software downloads or installations. The engine leverages HTML5 technology to ensure broad browser compatibility and accessibility.

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