New Energy Works — Free Social Casino Games

The Lore

Welcome to the Voltcore

Somewhere beneath the grid lies the Voltcore — a vast network of luminous conduits that channels play-energy across the city. Engineers of luck called Spark Riders tap into the Voltcore each day, converting raw electricity into Arc Coins that power every game in the network.

The city never sleeps, and neither does the grid. Every spin, drop, and scratch you make sends a new pulse down the line. New Energy Works is the surface terminal for that underground current — a place where the mechanics of play are taken seriously and the experience is entirely free.

The Voltcore energy grid glowing beneath the city

Why You'll Love Us

Built for Play, Not Profit

Daily Arc Bonus

Log in every day to collect your free Arc Coin recharge. No purchase required, no strings attached.

Three Distinct Games

Reels, a plinko board, and scratch cards — each one a different way to tap the Voltcore grid.

Instant Browser Play

No download, no app, no account required to try the demos. The grid is always live.

Safe & Transparent

Fully free to play. Virtual coins only. Responsible-play tools and support links are one click away.

Voltex the circuit fox mascot holding a glowing Arc Coin

Bolt-Wielding Circuit Fox

Meet Voltex

Voltex was once a diagnostic unit inside the Voltcore itself, tasked with tracing fault-lines through the luminous conduits. When the network went self-sustaining, Voltex had nothing left to fix — so it started playing instead.

It emerged top-side wearing a utility vest and a grin, declaring that Arc Coins were far more interesting than amperes. Now it rides the grid as the official guide to every game in the network — quick-witted, fast-moving, and impossible to ignore.

Our Games

Tap the Voltcore Grid

Three engines. One network. Each game channels the Voltcore in its own way — pick a machine and send a pulse down the line.

⚡ Your balance: 5000 Arc Coins

Arc Reels

Three high-voltage reels loaded with circuit symbols. Line them up and watch the Voltcore light up.

Arc Reels is the beating heart of the Voltcore network — three columns of charged symbols that respond to every tap with the snap and crackle of live circuitry. The reel housing glows with the same luminous blue that runs through the conduits beneath the city, and a three-in-a-row match sends a visible surge through the whole board.

Each spin costs your chosen bet in Arc Coins. The three reels stop left-to-right; if the middle row shows three identical symbols — or any combination with the Voltex Wild — you collect Arc Coins in the range of 20 to 500 scaled to your bet. Volt Cell pays the highest, Circuit Chip the second, Energy Spark the third. A near-miss on two matching symbols is the grid teasing you — the next pulse might complete the circuit.

Arc Coins Top Win: 500× Bet: 10–100

Bet 10

Win up to: 500 Arc Coins

Grid Drop

Release your Arc Coin from the top of the Voltcore grid and watch it bounce down to a multiplier.

Grid Drop maps the Voltcore conduit network as a physical board — seven rows of glowing circuit-node pegs, each one a junction point where the coin's path diverges. The drop is physics rendered as spectacle: amber particle trails trace each deflection, and the multiplier slots at the base glow brighter the higher their value.

You choose your bet and release a coin from the top centre. It travels through seven rows of pegs via a weighted random walk, leaving a fading trail at each bounce. When it settles into a multiplier slot — ranging from 0.5× up to 20× — your bet is multiplied by that value and Arc Coins are added to your balance. Landing on 20× is rare, but when it happens the whole board pulses.

Arc Coins Top: 20× Bet: 15–150

Bet 15

Win up to: 300 Arc Coins

Charge Scratch

Swipe away the static and reveal three matching symbols to unlock an Arc Coin surge.

Charge Scratch translates the feel of a physical scratch card into the Voltcore aesthetic — nine cells sealed under a glossy charged surface that resists light in a way that feels intentionally tense. Each tap peels back a fragment of the foil with a brief static-discharge puff, revealing the energy symbol underneath in slow, satisfying sequence.

Tap each of the nine cells to scratch away the charged foil and expose its symbol. Match three or more Voltex Stars anywhere on the grid to win an Arc Coin surge — between 40 and 600 coins, scaled proportionally to your bet. Other symbols are decoys: Power Coil, Grid Node, and Fuse Link fill the remaining cells. Scratch all nine before the result is confirmed.

Arc Coins Top Win: 600 Bet: 20–200

Bet 20

Win up to: 600 Arc Coins

Background

Our Story

New Energy Works began in a shared studio in Shoreditch, London, in 2021 — three game designers and a front-end engineer who were tired of free-to-play being a fig leaf for aggressive monetisation. The idea was straightforward: build a social arcade that draws on the visual language of neon city grids, treats entertainment as the product, and charges players precisely nothing.

We spent the first year building mechanics before we touched a single marketing page. The result is a set of games where the fun is the whole point, not a hook for a purchase. Arc Reels, Grid Drop, and Charge Scratch were each built from scratch to sit inside the Voltcore world — not borrowed assets or reskinned templates, but original mechanics designed for the grid aesthetic.

We have never sold virtual currency, run a real-money game, or asked a player for a card number — and we have no plans to start. New Energy Works is the studio's whole bet on a simpler proposition: a free game that is worth playing is always better than a paid game that is not.

Free Play Explained

How Free Play Works

Arc Coins power every game on the network. Here is how the system runs — no jargon, no small print.

Starting Balance

Every Spark Rider who arrives at the Voltcore terminal receives a fresh stash of 5,000 Arc Coins on the house. No sign-up, no card, no conditions. The grid is generous with new arrivals — it needs the energy.

Zero Risk

Arc Coins are a closed virtual currency. They have no monetary value, cannot be exchanged for cash or prizes, and cannot be purchased. Playing on the Voltcore network carries no financial risk of any kind — there is nothing to lose except coins that cost nothing.

Refilling

When the Arc Coins run dry, ask Voltex for a refill — it just means refreshing the page. A fresh stash of 5,000 Arc Coins is granted instantly. The Voltcore does not remember a depleted balance: the conduits reset and the grid runs full again.

Responsible Play

Play Well, Play Smart

New Energy Works is designed as a space where play is genuinely enjoyable and consistently safe. Every game on the Voltcore network — Arc Reels, Charge Scratch, and Grid Drop — runs on virtual Arc Coins that cost nothing to acquire. The studio operates exclusively for adult players aged 18 and over in the United Kingdom, and we consider maintaining a secure, transparent environment to be a non-negotiable part of building something worth playing.

Arc Coins are a closed virtual currency: they carry no monetary value, cannot be converted into cash or tangible prizes, and cannot be purchased at any price. Even so, the studio strongly advocates for responsible play habits. A free game can still occupy time and attention, and we believe the same principles that apply to real-money gaming — playing within chosen limits, staying aware of how long a session has run, keeping play in perspective — apply here too.

If play on the Voltcore ever starts to feel less like entertainment and more like a compulsion, we encourage you to step away from the grid. Professional support services are available in the United Kingdom, and connecting with them is straightforward. Full guidance, including organisations and contact numbers, is on our Responsible Play page.

Common Questions

FAQ

Is New Energy Works really free to play?

Yes, entirely. Every game runs on virtual Arc Coins that we provide free. There are no purchases, no subscriptions, and no hidden charges anywhere on the site.

Can I win real money or prizes?

No. Arc Coins are virtual and exist only inside the game. Wins have no monetary value and cannot be converted into cash, vouchers, or anything redeemable outside the site.

Do I need to create an account or download anything?

No account and no download are required to play the free demos. Some bonus-tracking features become available if you register, but registration is always optional and free.

What is the minimum age to use the site?

You must be 18 or over to use New Energy Works. This is a firm policy and is required by our terms of service. The site is not intended for anyone under 18.

How do I get more Arc Coins, and what is the daily bonus?

Log in each day to claim your daily Arc Coin recharge from the bonus panel on the homepage. The amount refreshes at midnight UTC. Coins are also awarded when you complete in-game achievements.

Which devices and browsers are supported?

The games run in any modern browser — Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge — on desktop, tablet, and mobile. No plugin or app installation is needed.

How do I contact support?

Email us at support@new-energy-works.com. We aim to reply within 24 hours on weekdays. For urgent responsible-play concerns, please use the helpline numbers listed in our Responsible Play section.

Where are your Privacy Policy, Terms of Service, and Cookie Policy?

All three documents are linked in the footer on every page. They are written in plain English and cover data handling, gameplay terms, and cookie preferences in full.

What if play stops feeling fun?

We take this seriously. If play ever feels compulsive rather than enjoyable, please step away and reach out to GamCare (gamcare.org.uk) or BeGambleAware (begambleaware.org). Free, confidential support is available 24 hours a day on 0808 8020 133.

What makes New Energy Works different from other social arcades?

The Voltcore lore ties all three games into a single world — Arc Reels, Grid Drop, and Charge Scratch each feel like a different part of the same city grid. It's a small detail, but it makes repeat visits feel more coherent than a random collection of mini-games.