Walk Master: Stilt Walker

Got five minutes? That's all it takes for a round of Walk Master: Stilt Walker to hook you. You start clumsy, wobbling on your stilts, but each step forward builds your rhythm until you're striding through forests and fields like you know what you're doing.

This is one of those Agility Games where the challenge sneaks up on you. Unique levels and odd creature encounters keep every run a little different, so you're never just repeating the same stretch of path. It's simple to pick up and hard to put down, which is why it fits right in with the rest of our Addictive Games.

If you like arcade games built around timing and balance rather than reflexes alone, this one belongs on your list. It plays straight in the browser on desktop, Android, or iOS, no download needed. For more of the same kind of test-your-nerve gameplay, check out Challenging Games on the site.

The goal is simple: keep your balance on stilts and walk as far as you can through the forests and fields without stumbling.

On PC, hold the spacebar or left mouse button to lift a stilt, and release to lower it. Alternate presses to take steps. On smartphone or tablet, hold your finger on the screen to lift the stilt and release to lower it, tapping rhythmically to keep walking.

Tip: don't rush your taps. Walk Master rewards a steady rhythm over fast, panicked presses, so find your pace early and stick to it as the levels get trickier.