Powderkeg, a realtime, synchronous, multiplayer HTML5 action game

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Powderkeg is a real-time, synchronous multiplayer action game built with HTML5 technology. Players compete together in fast-paced matches directly in their web browser. The game is designed for anyone looking for quick, interactive gaming sessions without requiring downloads or installations. It launched in October 2012 and emphasizes simultaneous gameplay where all participants act at the same time, creating dynamic and unpredictable encounters.

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