Can I play Varkana in my browser?

Yes. Varkana runs right on this page — press Play at the top. There is nothing to download or install, and it works in any modern browser, Chromebooks included.

What games are like Varkana?

If you like Varkana, try Muggle Studies, Grooverland and Deadline Enchanter. There is a longer list on the “Games like Varkana” page.

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Varkana

Released 2008

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Runs in any browser — no download, works on Chromebook

About Varkana

Varkana is the name of a region in a world with a timeless, mildy fantasy/sci-fi setting (some technological and magical elements are present at this moment, but not prevalent), with the city-state of Arg Varkana as its major outpost of civilization. There are several Persian and Mesopotamian inspired elements in there, some of which might sound familiar to those who are acquaintanced with those cultures. We start the game as Farahnaaz, a bookcrafter and a library employee in Arg Varkana, currently enjoying her summer holidays when the town is lively with celebrations. Her hometown is to be visited by a team of ambassadors from Ashtarta, a distant, fabled land with a more advanced technology and a recently-reestablished regime.

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Varkana: questions and answers

Can I play Varkana in my browser?: Yes. Varkana runs right on this page — press Play at the top. There is nothing to download or install, and it works in any modern browser, Chromebooks included.
What games are like Varkana?: If you like Varkana, try Muggle Studies, Grooverland and Deadline Enchanter. There is a longer list on the “Games like Varkana” page.