Free internet gaming

There are several ways you can play against other players, the simplest way is to connect two PCs for head-to-head play with a null-modem cable. Most games have a built-in serial link option for this setup. It's fun and you don't have to worry about skyrocketing phone bills. Other option is to play head-to-head over a modem. Most games also have built option to do this. But if you want to play with people from separate parts of the country or the world, or against more than one player at a time, you can turn to the internet - unless, you have local area network (LAN) in your house.

The following sites offer online gaming services where you can play single or multiplayer games online. Most service will need you to log on the net using your usual internet service providers, while other provide you with direct-dial numbers and charge you by the length of time you spend online. You'll need to register, download and setup certain program before you can start playing. Please refer to the specific sites for the required software.

Your connection speed is very important especially in multiplayer game like Quake. Visit the sites to find out more about their online gaming services.

Battle.net
Price:Free, Requires Software Download:Yes
Games:Starcraft, Warcraft II, Diablo, Quake II

MSN Gaming Zone
Price:Free, Requires Software Download:Yes
Many games: X-Wings vs TIE Fighter, Jedi Knight, Star Wars Supremacy, Forsaken, Battlezone, Close Combat 2, Half Life, SiN, Unreal, C&C Red Alert, Age of Empires, Total Annihilation, and various board games.

ActiveLink
Price:Free, Requires Software Download:Yes
Games: Battlezone, Dark Reign, Heavy Gear, Netstorm

Yahoo
Price: Free, Requires Software Download: none
Various board games.

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