Candystand was one of the most recognizable branded browser-game portals, with sports games, mini golf, pool, bowling, and snackable arcade loops.
This guide is written from cited historical signals rather than copied archive text. The goal is to answer the old-site questions, show what remains, and point users to safe modern alternatives.
Candystand launches as a branded game destination.
Funtank buys Candystand from Wrigley.
Publishers Clearing House buys Funtank and the Candystand property.
Search demand concentrates around mini golf and old sports games.
The original portal is gone, but some versions and remakes may be discussed in preservation communities.
It has a clearly remembered game, mainstream news coverage, and obvious modern alternatives.
Start with “Candystand Mini Golf”, then support it with a broader Candystand history page.