Exploring the Lonliest Corners of the Internet: Dead Games

Many once-popular games now have empty servers, but they still offer great gameplay experiences.

Valve games like Ricochet and Zeldner still have loyal communities despite low player numbers.

Cuisine Royale, a weirder version of Fortnite, has a dedicated player base and quirky gameplay mechanics.

Active Worlds, an early 3D virtual world, continues to exist with some lifelike builds and active communities.

Mazes and puzzle worlds, like Lensman's Maze, showcase the creativity and dedication of early virtual world builders.

Are these games completely dead with no players?

—While some games have very few players, there are still dedicated communities keeping them alive.

What makes these games special despite their low player numbers?

—These games offer unique gameplay experiences and a sense of nostalgia. They also have dedicated communities that make the experience enjoyable.

Are there any dead games that have been revived?

—Some dead games have experienced revivals due to updates or renewed interest from players. However, many remain largely unchanged.

Are there any notable players or communities in these dead games?

—Certain games, like Valve classics, have loyal and active communities. Other games have dedicated players who keep the community alive.

Can new players still join these dead games?

—Yes, most of these games are still accessible, and new players can join the existing communities or explore the empty worlds.

00:00Introduction to the concept of dead games and exploring lonely corners of the internet.

01:35Ricochet and Zeldner: Valve games with dedicated communities despite low player numbers.

06:02Cuisine Royale: A quirky, weirder version of Fortnite with a dedicated player base.

10:50Exploring Active Worlds: One of the oldest 3D virtual worlds with lifelike builds and active communities.

12:46Metropolis: An iconic virtual world build from the mid-1990s.

14:49Exploring Lensman's Maze: A maze created by a legend of early virtual world building.