Open research on browser games and AI-native play
Reports and maintained datasets for people studying browser-game discovery, distribution, and the role of AI inside games. Each publication links its source data, date, and update history so its claims can be checked and cited.
Published report
State of Browser Games 2026
An empirical analysis of the highest-traffic browser-game sites in the May 2026 US Semrush snapshot, covering traffic concentration, authority, long-tail opportunities, AI mentions, and repeatable publishing patterns.
Maintained AI Games Index
Evidence-backed AI game classifications
The index separates AI-native, AI-augmented, and boundary experiences. Each entry records its core mechanic, a classification rationale, evidence, account requirement, free-tier availability, and the date it was last verified.
How updates are recorded
The market report is an immutable dated snapshot. The AI Games Index is maintained separately, with material classification and catalog revisions recorded in its public changelog.
Reuse and corrections
The downloadable research data and AI Games Index are published under CC-BY-4.0 with attribution. Corrections to the browser-games report can be sent to press@pixelgameshub.com.