Frequently Asked Questions

Mason's Arcade is a free online gaming platform with 130+ browser games you can play instantly — no downloads or installations needed. Just pick a game and start playing right in your browser.

You earn coins by playing games, spinning the daily wheel, and completing challenges. Spend them in the Shop on avatar items like hats, hairstyles, shirts, and nametags. Coins have no real-money value — they're just for fun and customization.

The Hall of Fame is our global leaderboard system that tracks the best scores across all games. Compete with other players and see if you can claim the top spot.

Visit the Shop to browse and buy hats, hairstyles, shirts, face accessories, and nametag styles using your earned coins. Equip items to show off your look across the site and in multiplayer games.

Yes. Multiplayer game chats use a profanity filter and are subject to community guidelines. Violations such as harassment, spam, or inappropriate language may result in a temporary or permanent ban.

A new challenge appears every day — it could be reaching a target score, playing a specific game, or completing a task. Finish the challenge to earn bonus coins and XP. Check the main page daily so you don't miss out.

Hidden eggs are scattered across different pages of the site. Find them all to earn coin rewards. Keep your eyes peeled — they can be anywhere, and new hunts may appear during special events.

Yes! Most games are designed to work on mobile browsers. Just visit masons-arcade.vercel.app on your phone or tablet and start playing. Some games with keyboard controls may work best on desktop.

Use the Feedback button on the main page, or email us directly at masons.arcade1@gmail.com. Bug reports, game suggestions, and general feedback are all welcome.

Passwords are hashed before being stored — we never save them in plain text. We collect only what's needed to run the site. See our Privacy Policy for full details on how your data is handled.

We recommend Chrome, Edge, or any Chromium-based browser for the best experience. Firefox and Safari will work for most games, but some features may perform better on Chromium browsers.

There are two ways to add friends. You can visit another player's profile by clicking their username anywhere on the site (leaderboards, chat, activity feed) and click the "Add Friend" button. Or, go to your own Profile, scroll to the Friends section, and search for a player by their username to send a friend request.

You earn XP (experience points) by playing games, completing daily challenges, and staying active on the site. As you accumulate XP, you level up — your current level and XP progress are displayed in the top-right corner next to your username. Higher levels show your dedication to the arcade.

Once per day, you can spin the wheel for a free coin reward. Look for the wheel icon in the top-left corner of the home page. The spin resets every 24 hours, so make sure to come back daily to collect your coins.

Yes! The Multiplayer section has several online games you can play with friends in real time, including UNO, Connect 4, Tic Tac Toe, Wavelength, Penguin Knockout, and more. Create a lobby and share the code with your friends so they can join you.

Nametags let you customize how your username appears across the site. You can buy different colors, gradients, and fonts from the Shop using coins. You can mix and match a color and a font together to create a unique look that shows up in chat, leaderboards, and profiles.

Click the palette icon in the top-left corner of the home page to open the theme picker. There are 15+ color themes to choose from — your selection is saved automatically and applies across the entire site.

If your message won't send, it likely contains language that was caught by our profanity filter. The filter blocks messages with inappropriate, offensive, or harmful words to keep the community safe for everyone. Try rephrasing your message without any profanity or slurs.

Arcade Vids is a built-in video and photo sharing platform where you can upload content and share it with the arcade community. You can like, comment on, and browse other people's uploads. All uploads are subject to community guidelines — inappropriate or copyrighted content will be removed.

Your login streak tracks how many consecutive days you've visited the site. Each day you log in, your streak increases by one. You can view your current streak and longest streak on your Profile page. Keeping a streak going earns you bonus rewards, so try not to miss a day!

If you forgot your password, click "Forgot password?" on the sign-in screen and enter the email address linked to your account. You'll receive an email with your username and a link to reset your password. The link expires after 1 hour. If you didn't add an email when you signed up, you'll be prompted to add one the next time you sign in. If you need further help, contact us at masons.arcade1@gmail.com.