With their long, tongue-twisting names and the sheer fact that they roamed the earth millions of years ago, dinosaurs have fascinated generations of kids. If your house is currently dino-obsessed, we’ve rounded up eight free online dinosaur games that your kids will love — and a few of them sneak in some learning too!
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Is your child mad for dinosaurs? Do they know their pterodactyl from their T-Rex? Get to grips with dinos with this list of games and apps that will keep children of all ages entertained.
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Have Fun With These Dinosaur Games
#1. Dinosaur Train
Fans of the PBS Kids and Jim Henson-produced Dinosaur Train will enjoy playing and learning with a whole range of Dinosaur Train games.
The simple games include Buddy’s A-Maze-ing Adventure, Pinecone Pass, Dinosaur Dive, Buddy’s Big Campout Adventure, Fossil Finder and lots more.
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#2. Dinosaur Games For All Ages
With flashcards, over 120 dinosaur facts, an egg-tapping game, a dino bone-collecting game, dancing dinosaurs and other seasonal challenges, the interactive Dinosaur Games for All Ages app (iOS) will entertain and delight everyone that digs dinosaurs!
Designed by teachers in Canada with over 15 years of childcare experience, and built on a philosophy of learning through play, this app keeps kids engaged while they pick up real facts about dinosaurs.
#3. Dino Storm
Fame and fortune await brave adventurers in Dino Storm, a free 3D multiplayer game. With just a few dollars in your pocket, little ammunition, a laser gun and your small but trusty dinosaur, you arrive at gold rush town Dinoville.
Face enormous wild dinosaur herds and merciless bandits, manage outposts, supply camps and claims. Prevail, and your fame and respect will keep rising until you are the town’s greatest hero: The Sheriff of Dinoville.
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#4. Dinosaur Games – Jurassic Dino Simulator
Ever wanted to play with dinosaurs? Now you can!
Dinosaur Games (iOS) is a uniquely styled collection of games and activities that are entertaining and educational.
There are 12 different mini-games to play — including memory match, excavating fossils, mazes and more — all delivered in kid-friendly style with plenty of animations.
#5. Dinosaur Game
If you’ve ever lost your internet connection while using Google Chrome, you’ll be familiar with this little T-Rex… but did you know you can play it any time, not just when you’re offline?
In the Dinosaur Game, click to jump over obstacles in your way — simple enough for kids, still fun for grown-ups!
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#6. Dino Fun
Dino Fun has a host of online dinosaur games, and your kids can take their pick from activities, colouring books, pictures and puzzles. They’re all aimed at kids and preschoolers and will keep them entertained for ages.
#7. Dinosaur Truck
In Dinosaur Truck, a free online game from Y8, leave your child in charge of delivering eggs in the Dinosaur Park.
The dinosaurs have been on the loose and want their eggs back, so the goods must get to their destination without getting attacked!
#8. Dino Ice Age
Help a pair of dinosaurs survive during the Ice Age! This two-player platform game challenges you to eat food and cross frozen land.
In Dino Ice Age, the little dinosaur can eat grapes and make bridges over water, while the big dinosaur takes on the woolly mammoth.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are these dinosaur games really free to play?
Yes — every game on this list is free to play, though a couple are apps you’ll need to download from the App Store rather than play straight in a browser.
What age are these games suitable for?
There’s a good spread here. Some, like Dino Fun and the Dinosaur Train games, are gentle enough for preschoolers, while others, like Dino Storm, will suit older kids who enjoy a bit more challenge.
Do I need to install anything, or can my child just click and play?
Most of the browser-based games (like Dinosaur Game, Dinosaur Truck and Dino Ice Age) work instantly in a web browser with no download needed. The apps mentioned do require installing from the App Store.
Should I sit with my child while they play?
As with any online activity, it’s a good idea for younger children to play alongside a parent, especially the first time, so you can see how a game works and check it’s a good fit before letting them play independently.
More Dino Fun to Explore
If your dino-mad kid can’t get enough, take a look at these too:
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- 10 Terrific Places to See Dinosaurs in Ireland
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