* If you mean a globe that can be interacted with digitally using a pen, then no, it does not work without the pen. These globes often have touch-sensitive surfaces and require the pen to interact with the globe's software and display information.
* If you mean a globe that simply has digital features, but does not require a pen, then yes, it may work without a pen. These globes might have built-in LEDs, speakers, or other features that can be activated without a pen.
To give you a more precise answer, please tell me:
* What is the brand and model of your smart globe?
* What specific features are you interested in using?
Once you provide this information, I can tell you for sure whether your smart globe works without a pen.