16 Awesome Free Games for Fall

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16 Awesome Free Games Looking for a little entertainment that won't break the bank? From browser-based puzzlers to downloadable shoot-'em-ups, we have a free game that's just right for you in our latest roundup. Between indie browser games, massively popular free-to-play games, and projects from small-time Flash developers out to make a name for themselves, the gaming world is seeing more free titles these days than ever before. Heres the latest crop of great browser-based and downloadable games that you can enjoy without spending a dime. --David Daw, PCWorld More of This Week's Best Windows 8: Hate It Already? Why Waiting for Windows 9 Won't Help We take a speculative look at the future of Microsoft's operating system. 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