How to Add HTML5 Games to Your Website Even If You are Not a Developer

So you’ve got a website, and you want to add a few games to make it more fun or engaging—maybe for your blog, your students, or just because you can.

The good news? You don’t need to be a coding expert to pull it off.

Whether you run a personal blog, a school site, or a niche content hub, adding HTML5 games can give visitors a reason to stick around (and come back). And thanks to how browser games are built today, it’s easier than ever to embed them with just a few clicks.

Here’s a friendly, no-nonsense guide to help you do it.


Option 1: Use iframe Embeds (The Easiest Way)

If you’ve ever embedded a YouTube video, you can embed a game the same way.

Step-by-step:

  1. Find a game you’re allowed to embed. Sites like itch.io or HTMLGames.com often offer embeddable options.
  2. Look for the "Embed" or "Share" button.
  3. Copy the iframe code—it’ll look something like this:

  1. Paste it into your site’s HTML, page builder, or blog editor.

Done. You’ve got a game running on your site.


Option 2: Upload the Game Files Yourself

If you’ve downloaded an HTML5 game (with permission to use it), you can host it directly on your site.

What you’ll need:

  • A zipped folder with the game’s HTML, JS, and asset files
  • Access to your site’s file manager or FTP

How to do it:

  1. Upload the folder to your site’s server (e.g., moneymomentum.net/games/jumping-box/)
  2. Link to the main index.html of the game
  3. Optional: Create a nice thumbnail and description to make it look polished

This gives you full control—just make sure the game is legal to use and not pulled from some shady source.


Where to Find Legal, Embeddable HTML5 Games

Stick with trusted platforms to avoid copyright headaches. Try:

  • Itch.io – Tons of indie games, many embeddable
  • GamePix – Curated HTML5 games with licensing options
  • Poki Partners – For more serious game sites
  • Construct Arcade – Games built with Construct 3

Always check the game’s usage license before embedding. If it says “Free to use” or provides embed code, you’re probably good.


Tips for Making the Games Fit Your Site

  • Choose games that fit your audience—don’t toss a zombie shooter on a kids’ craft blog.
  • Keep your layout clean. Center the game, give it breathing room.
  • Add a short intro or instructions above the game. It helps first-time players.
  • Test it on mobile—most HTML5 games are responsive, but some may need tweaks.

Bonus: Can You Earn from These Games?

If the game allows it, yes. You can:

  • Place display ads around the game
  • Link to related content to boost engagement
  • Use the game as a lead magnet (like “unlock this game when you sign up”)

Just don’t throw ads inside someone else’s game unless the license explicitly says it’s okay.


Final Thought

You don’t have to build your own game from scratch to make your site more interactive. Embedding or hosting HTML5 games is totally doable—even if you don’t know a single line of code.

Pick the right games, make them look good, and your visitors will thank you with their clicks (and maybe a few high scores).