Dino Runner vs Space Invaders: Which Free Game Should You Play?

Both Dino Runner and Space Invaders are free arcade games you can play instantly in your browser. Here's how they compare — and how to pick.

AspectDino RunnerSpace Invaders
GenreArcadeArcade
PlayersSingle playerSingle player
Session length2–10 minutes2–10 minutes
PriceFreeFree
DownloadNone — plays in browserNone — plays in browser

Dino Runner

That offline dinosaur everyone knows, now online. Hop the cactuses, duck the birds, and just keep running across an endless desert.

▶ Play Dino Runner

Space Invaders

Rows of aliens are creeping down toward Earth, and you're the last line. Shoot them down before they land, and stay light on your feet when they shoot back.

▶ Play Space Invaders

The verdict

If you want that offline dinosaur everyone knows, now online, pick Dino Runner. If you'd rather rows of aliens are creeping down toward earth, and you're the last line, go for Space Invaders. Both are free and load instantly, so the honest answer is: play both.

Frequently asked questions

Is Dino Runner or Space Invaders better?

Neither is strictly better — they suit different moods. Dino Runner (that offline dinosaur everyone knows, now online.…) versus Space Invaders. Both are free, so try each and keep your favourite.

Are Dino Runner and Space Invaders free?

Yes — both are completely free to play online here, with no download and no sign-up.