Nothing hits home quite like the realization that flash games belong to an era that’s been long-forgotten by the youth. However, there are still some loyal oldies lingering around who appreciated the value of and effort put into all the cool video games on the internet at the time.
Before there were impeccable graphics powered by game engines like Unreal Engine 5 or Shockwave, these simple yet light mini-games were some of the most engaging content you could find online. Nothing compares to how unique and simple these ideas were and how well-executed they all felt. You'd find them littered over any website catered to children, especially Disney's.
10 Lizzie McGuire - Outfit Design
As one of the most fondly remembered shows on the network, Lizzie Maguire boasted a massive fanbase chockful of tweenage girls who enjoyed the show and the fashion on display with the characters on-screen.
Hence this game focused on capitalizing on those themes and bringing you an experience that would have you dress up Lizzie in your very own iconic look. You could choose what she wore from a limited number of choices from her closet. Revisiting this classic flash game is well worth the effort to dress her up.
9 That’s So Raven - Cory’s Money Maze
A platformer that evokes your memories of a simpler time. This short That’s So Raven game features Cory as the creator of his very own video game. He ends up communicating with the players through text and some surprisingly terrifying visual art segments.
The game has you play as his piggy bank; it climbs up and down the different levels of the Baxter house. You’re tasked with avoiding Raven, Mom, and Dad as you whizz about picking up all the money scattered around the house. You could also pick up remote controls to set up traps for them.
8 Kim Possible - Shopping Avenger
Drakken and Shego are at it again, and Kim Possible has to find the appropriate outfit she needs before she goes out to save the world yet again. This game features several missions that you need to buy an outfit for, so you don't end up looking outrageous.
The gameplay revolves around you jumping around in a mall, avoiding clothing you don’t want to buy. As soon as you get what you need after clicking done, you get greeted by a cutscene, depending on the kind of outfit you choose. The mission ends with an exposé in the news talking all about it.
7 Toy Story - Woody To The Rescue
This Toy Story inspired flash game features a classic damsel in distress situation where you have to play a well-animated Woody. Your job is to swing through a cardboard town with a lasso and manage to land on the correct window.
You get 15 tries to successfully land on Bo Peep’s window at least five times. As simple as the game sounds, it is harder than it looks. If you fail, you’re greeted with a game over screen with Rex making fun of you for failing.
6 Cory In The House - Bobblehead Run
Who knew jumping around collecting bobbleheads in the White House would turn out to be so much fun? You get to walk around and explore the different rooms while avoiding tripping over any presidential busts or running out of time.
It’s a well-animated flash game that features somewhat janky yet fluid gameplay with a simple concept. The goal is to collect bobbleheads to progress to another area in the House. You have to find them all and show them to the President to ruin Sophie’s plans.
5 Disney’s Aladdin - Escape From The Cave of Wonders
Barebones yet captivating, this puzzle game featuring Disney’s Aladdin keeps you engaged with simple layouts that are confusing to navigate through with the limited number of resources available to you.
You get to collect treasure and take out enemy statues using Genie’s powers. The goal is to escape the cave and rain on Jafar’s parade. If you lose three lives and fail, however, you’re greeted with a screen claiming you’re stuck down there forever.
4 Kim Possible - Bueno Rufus
Who knew a naked mole rat would be so skilled at catering for a fast food restaurant like Bueno Nacho? Rufus is the main character in this cooking game, and the goal is simple. You must rack up a decent high score without messing up too many times.
This was one of the most enjoyable Kim Possible flash games of the time, one of many, that is. Dishing out the correct orders actually felt fun, especially while controlling Rufus in his cute little tie. You could also compare your scores with a global leaderboard at the time.
3 The Emperor’s New Groove - The Emperor’s Mad Dash
A beloved game belonging to an obscure franchise, the Emperor’s Mad Dash features competent art and quirky voice-acting segments that accompany the music as well. Join Kuzco as he comically avoids obstacles and transforms into all sorts of animals.
The main goal is to not flunk gym class and hand your empire over to Yzma’s grubby clutches. Use potions to transform, collect flowers for extra points, and somehow make it to the end of this well-animated death-defying race to the finish line.
2 The Suite Life Of Zack And Cody - Pizza Party Pickup
Compete with another team to organize the best pizza party Hotel Tipton has ever seen. In this pacman-esque setting, you scramble around the hotel, picking up food and coins while avoiding either Carrie or Moseby as you navigate the halls.
You can choose a team you want to be on: Zack, Cody, London, or Maddie. Make your way to the top of the hotel and collect as much as possible before the other team steals away your chance of winning.
1 Lilo And Stitch - 625 Sandwich Stacker
Make the most awesome sandwich you can possibly think of. This game features experiment 625, relying on you to guide him while he tries to catch some tasty items for his super sandwich. The higher you stack your sandwich, the more points you’d accumulate.
Watching your creation tower high above on-screen and balancing all the items without letting the game end was challenging enough as is, but it was nothing compared to competing with the high scores you’d find for it online.