The biggest trend in web games has been the desktop defense game. The best part is the formula works for dozens of games, each with their own twist on the model My favorite new twist is Tarnation where you care for a garden being invaded by an army of colorful bugs. By highlighting the seeds in your garden, you can launch them like missiles at the bugs, but be careful you don’t run out of seeds. The unique strategy makes for a new, fun challenge and maybe some gardening skills while you’re at it.

Geek-Out Game: Tarnation