Some retro gaming portals have successfully embedded x86 emulators directly into the browser.
: Some retro gaming sites host versions that run directly in your browser using emulators. : Sites like MyAbandonware
Before diving into how to play it, let’s revisit what makes this title unforgettable. puts you in control of two lovable, chaotic troll brothers named Grag and Thog . Their home, Trollsville, has been overrun by a bizarre, aggressive infestation of pests, ranging from rapid rats and raccoons to bees and giant bosses like Shrew-Man-Chew , T. Wrecks , and D. Evil . Core Gameplay Mechanics
The game boasts 144 levels set across twelve different environments, offering a long and challenging journey.
| Mode | Description | | :--- | :--- | | | Play as Grag alone to master all 144 levels. | | Co-op | Team up with a friend as Thog to combine your strength, bonk pests, and solve platform challenges together. | | Competitive | Go head-to-head against another player to see who can clear the screen of pests faster. |
You cannot buy Bonkheads on modern digital storefronts like Steam or GOG. Instead, the gaming community relies on preservation sites to keep the game playable. 1. Browser-Based Emulation Sites
This is the only official "online" version, though it's a mobile app download rather than a web browser game.
These links allow you to play instantly without downloading files, though they rarely support true online multiplayer. They are best for a quick solo nostalgia trip. 3. Community Forums and Discord
If you find a download link on an abandonware site, use this general framework to get it running:
In two-player mode, coordination is key. However, it's very easy to accidentally trigger a cannon that your partner was intending to use, or to trap them with an enemy. Communicating (or sabotaging) your partner is half the fun. Why Play Bonkheads Today?
Whether you choose to brave the 144 levels solo as Grag or team up with a friend as Thog, you're in for a fast, furious, and incredibly satisfying arcade experience. So, grab a friend, choose your difficulty, and get ready to bonk your way through some of the most addictive platforming action the late '90s had to offer.
Right-click the .exe file, go to Properties, and set it to run in "Windows 95" or "Windows 98" mode.
: Once an enemy is "bonked" and dizzy, you must quickly climb up and kick them off the screen. If you wait too long, they wake up angrier, faster, and red-faced.