How to Continue Playing Neopets Flash Games in 2024: A Step-by-Step Guide

The end of Flash support in 2021 marked a significant shift in the online gaming landscape, leaving fans of Neopets Flash games searching for alternative ways to continue their nostalgic gaming experience. If you’re one of those Neopets enthusiasts longing to relive the magic of these classic games, fear not – there’s a workaround to keep the games running in 2024. This guide will walk you through the steps to set up an environment where you can still enjoy Neopets Flash games.

METHOD 1 – Older Browser

(Mac Users)
Flash Download: https://mac.filehorse.com/download-flash-player/11182/
Shockwave Download: https://www.macupdate.com/app/mac/513/adobe-shockwave-player
Firefox Download: https://ftp.mozilla.org/pub/firefox/releases/52.1.0esr/mac/

Step 1: Choose the Right Browser and Flash Version

  • 1.1 Download and install an older version of your preferred browser or a different one that still supports Flash.
  • 1.2 Turn off auto-updates for the selected browser.
  • 1.3 Download and install a Flash version prior to 32.0.0.3xx, and disable its auto-updates.

Step 2: Windows Users – Additional Steps

  • 2.1 For Windows users, be aware that Microsoft has disabled Flash through an optional update (KB4577586).
  • 2.2 If you decide to install the specified update but still want to run Flash content, consider using a different operating system or an outdated version of Windows in a virtual environment.

Step 3: Installation Tips

  • PROTIP: Disable your internet connection before running installers to prevent automatic updates. Select “Never check for updates” at the end of the installation process for both browsers and Flash versions.

Step 4: Known Issues and Solutions

  • 4.1 For Opera users, be cautious of the auto updater being added to the Task Scheduler in Windows 10. Manually remove the entry from Task Scheduler Library.
  • 4.2 If you encounter issues, check for any scheduled updates that might have downloaded newer versions of Opera. Remove them but keep the current version and the “Assets” folder.

Step 5: Isolating Firefox for Neopets

  • For an isolated portable Firefox installation on Windows, follow these steps:
  • 5.1 Set up a dedicated Firefox installation for Neopets only (using FirefoxESRPortable 64-bit).
  • 5.2 Customize Firefox settings, disable automatic updates, and install the uBlock Origin add-on to block non-Neopets sites.
  • 5.3 Obtain the last Flash Player without the time bomb (v32.0.0.371) and install it offline.
  • 5.4 Copy necessary Flash files to the FirefoxESRPortable directory.
  • 5.5 Turn on the internet connection and relaunch FirefoxPortable.

Step 6: Safety Notice

  • 6.1 Only use the FirefoxESRPortable instance for Neopets and avoid unblocking any domains that uBlock Origin is blocking.
  • 6.2 Flash is no longer updated and may expose you to security vulnerabilities. Use this guide at your own risk, accepting all responsibilities for potential risks.

Method 2 – Pale Moon (Windows Users)

  1. Download Pale Moon Browser (64-bit):
    • Visit Pale Moon Download Page
    • Download the 64-bit version (Note: Despite directions suggesting the 32-bit version, Neopets may work better with the 64-bit version).
  2. Important: Disable Internet Connection Before Installation:
    • Crucial Step: Disable your internet connection before proceeding.
  3. Run Pale Moon Downloader:
    • Run the downloaded Pale Moon installer.
  4. Select “Never Check for Updates”:
    • During the installation process, ensure to select “Never check for updates” within the installer. This step is crucial.
  5. Complete Installation:
    • Allow the installation process to complete.
  6. Turn On Internet Connection:
    • Once the installation is finished, you may turn back on your internet connection.
  7. Flash Player Integration:
    • The Pale Moon Browser (Version 27 or Older) should have Flash Player automatically embedded within it.
  8. Optional: Uninstall Old Flash Versions:
    • If you have old versions of Flash on your computer, it’s recommended to uninstall them.
  9. Download and Install the Last Version of Flash (32.0.0.371):
    • Download the last version of Flash (32.0.0.371) without the disabling timer.
    • During the installation, select “Never check for updates.”
  10. Restart Pale Moon:
    • After installing Flash, restart Pale Moon to ensure the changes take effect.
  11. Enjoy Neopets Flash Games:
    • You should now be able to enjoy Neopets Flash games with Pale Moon Browser, experiencing nostalgic gameplay with Flash Player integrated.
  12. Note: Buggy Behavior:
    • Be aware that the browser may exhibit slight bugginess at times, but it should work smoothly around 90% of the time.

Method 3 – Ruffle

  1. Install Tampermonkey:
    • Download and install Tampermonkey on your browser (e.g., Chrome, Firefox).
    • Link: Tampermonkey
  2. Install Ruffle Browser Extension:
    • Install Ruffle, a browser extension.
    • For Firefox and Chrome/Edge, use the extension store.
    • For Safari, download the folder from Ruffle Downloads and manually add it to your browser as an extension.
  3. Open Tampermonkey Extension:
    • Open the Tampermonkey extension on your browser.
    • Click on “Create a new script.”
  4. Copy and Paste Code:
    • Copy the code from Neopets Ruffle Fix.
    • Paste the code into the Tampermonkey script editor.
  5. Save the Script:
    • Save the script within Tampermonkey.
  6. Test the Fix:
    • Verify if the fix works by testing it on a game, for example, Extreme Herder.
    • Test link: Extreme Herder
  7. Confirmation:
    • If done correctly, the fix should work for some games, providing a solution to the Flash-related issues.

Method 4 – Use this to make Shockwave / 3Dvia Work

Fiddler Installation:

  1. Install Fiddler Classic.
  2. Find the Fiddler script folder (usually Documents\Fiddler2\Scripts) and save CustomRules.js to that directory. Alternatively, copy/paste the file contents into Fiddler->Rules->Customize rules, and hit Ctrl+S to save.
  3. In Fiddler, go to Tools -> Options -> HTTPS and enable:
    • Capture HTTPS CONNECTs
    • Decrypt HTTPS Traffic
    • Ignore Server Certificate Errors.
  4. Click Actions->Export Root Certificate to Desktop.
  5. Click Actions->Trust Root Certificate to make other browsers trust the proxy.

Pale Moon Certificate Installation:

  1. Open Pale Moon, go to Preferences -> Advanced -> Certificates.
  2. Click “View Certificates,” then “Import,” and locate the exported certificate on your desktop named “FiddlerRoot.cer.”

Proxy Exclusions:

  1. In Fiddler, go to Tools->Options->Connections.
  2. Add the following into the “Bypass URLs that begin with…” field:plaintextCopy code<-loopback>;discord.com; discordapp.com; netflix.com; *.discord.com; *.discordapp.com; *.netflix.com; *.discordapp.net; discordapp.net; *.google.com; google.com; *.gmail.com; gmail.com; *.youtube.com; *.gstatic.com; *.cloudflare.com; *.googleapis.com; *.jquery.com; *.googlevideo.com; support.neopets.com

Neopets Folder Setup:

  1. Download the neopets folder in this project.
  2. Find the Fiddler installation path (usually C:\Users\YOUR_USERNAME\AppData\Local\Programs\Fiddler or C:\Program Files\Fiddler).
  3. Create a folder named “neopets” and extract the downloaded neopets.zip files into it. The extracted files should end up looking like C:\Users\YOUR_USERNAME\AppData\Local\Programs\Fiddler\neopets\games…

Final Steps:

  1. Close Fiddler.
  2. Start Fiddler whenever you want to play Neopets games.

Notes:

  • The certificate can be removed later via [Windows Certificate Manager](certmgr.msc->Trusted Root Certification Authorities->Certificates). The name of the certificate is DO_NOT_TRUST.
  • Fiddler may need “Capture Traffic” enabled for consistent performance.
  • Clear out Fiddler history/restart occasionally to prevent excessive memory usage.
  • For troubleshooting, refer to the guide and explore additional notes.

Conclusion

With careful setup and adherence to safety precautions, Neopets enthusiasts can still enjoy the classic Flash games in 2024. Remember that using outdated software poses security risks, so proceed with caution and only follow this guide if you are prepared to accept the associated risks and responsibilities. The games are still here, waiting for you to embark on new adventures in the world of Neopia!



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