it’s hard to chase after misinformation and misunderstandings online but i must once more insist that yes while the steam version of Cookie Clicker is 5 bucks the browser version is still and will forever remain free. no you do not have to buy it you can totally still play the free version forever if you’d like, it’s still gonna get updates with the same gameplay features over time. the paid game is just if you want C418 music/steam achievs/cloud saves/better modding and want to support us but i promise we’re not forcing you