- #1 Pediluvium
97% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2025
Dev: Alice Karaush
Windows
A short meditative journey of feet gently stirring the water, surrounded by shifting landscapes and soothing sounds.
Why similar: Idler 36.9%, Simulation 20.3%, Relaxing 17.1%, Nature 9%, Colorful 4.7%
- #2 My Chibi Friend
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Harmonia Games
Windows
My Chibi Friend is a cute companion that lives on your desktop and interacts with you! Watch your character walk, eat, clean – and even answer your questions!
Why similar: Idler 29%, Simulation 27.6%, Relaxing 16.5%, Casual 10.7%, Cute 9.8%
- #3 Melo's cat cafe
96% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2024
Dev: Melo
Windows
"Melo's Cat Cafe" is the perfect game for players who want to relax in a stress-free environment. Instead of chasing goals, players can simply enjoy spending time with the cats. Observe the cats as they eat and sleep, and find peace of mind in their calm presence.
Why similar: Idler 38.7%, Simulation 32.6%, Casual 12.7%, Cute 9.9%, 3D 3.7%
- #4 Smol Toad
95% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Nicolas FroisPub: Distant Point
Windows
A tiny toad with a big personality lives on your desktop while you work or play. Interact with him, take care of his happiness, avoid overwhelming him, and collect points to unlock hats and unique styles for your little amphibian companion.
Why similar: Idler 35.1%, Relaxing 20.5%, Character Customization 17.3%, Casual 13.2%, Simulation 12.3%
- #5 Radio Buddy
94% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: Konsole Game Labs
Windows · Mac · Linux
Radio Buddy is a relaxing 2D pixel‑art idle simulation. Tune in, unwind, and enjoy a cozy, family‑friendly retro vibe at your own pace.
Why similar: Idler 36.8%, Simulation 30.7%, Casual 11.9%, Relaxing 11.9%, Family Friendly 6.8%
- #6 Open Land
94% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Ralph Schaedler
Windows
Transform barren land into a thriving ecosystem in this relaxing building game. Recycle trash, grow plants, and reintroduce wildlife to create a self-sustaining world.
Why similar: Idler 22.5%, Simulation 11.8%, Relaxing 11.6%, Nature 10.2%, God Game 7.9% ★
- #7 PolyPine
93% matchVery Positive97% of 366 reviews2025
Dev: Cloudberry PinePub: IndieArk
Windows
A forest simulator where you grow trees and create habitats for animals, plants and insects. Click on animals to make them poop, hunt, dig, cut and twerk! Start with a few basic seeds and attempt to grow a thriving ecosystem.
Why similar: Idler 25.1%, Simulation 14.5%, God Game 13.6% ★, Nature 11.4%, Relaxing 10.6%
- #8 Uplift Isle – Your Encouragement Guide
92% matchNo user reviews
Dev: The Compliment Writers' Club
Windows
Welcome to a cute haven! In this relaxing idle game, you'll live with adorable Encouraging Spirits. Each day, they'll lift your mood with kind words, recharging you on tough days. Just relax and watch your island grow. Collect unique spirits with their own lines and secrets to discover!
Why similar: Simulation 38.4%, Relaxing 19.6%, Casual 15%, Cute 13.8%, Atmospheric 10.6%
- #9 Lil Planet Explorer
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Glowing Pillar Games
Windows
A cozy idle game that lives on your desktop. Watch a tiny astronaut explore 84 alien planets, collect resources, befriend strange creatures, and uncover a mystery hidden among the stars. Three playthroughs. Three perspectives. One truth.
Why similar: Idler 38.9%, Relaxing 15.7%, Procedural Generation 9.1%, Casual 8.8%, Simulation 7.7%
- #10 Terragoat
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: OcarinaGames
Windows · Linux
Take up the responsibilities of terraforming an entire planet through a newfangled technological invention which could be roughly surmised as putting a goat inside of a pocket dimension to generate a potentially infinite amount of energy.
Why similar: Idler 36.5%, God Game 17.8% ★, Simulation 15.1%, Nature 12.5%, Character Customization 11.2%
- #11 Fungiculture
90% matchMixed60% of 10 reviews2024
Dev: Inner Realm Studios
Windows
A cute and relaxing mushroom farming idler. Collect a variety of mushrooms, watch and help them grow, then sell them off for more money to buy more packs and discover them all.
Why similar: Idler 43.1%, Casual 12.9%, Simulation 11.8%, Relaxing 11.7%, Cute 10.3%
- #12 Small Living World 2
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 777 Pixels
Windows
Is a full-fledged ecosystem simulator, bringing every aspect of nature to life. From the water cycle and plant growth, to animal behaviors and reproduction, observe your small living world evolve. All the tools are at your disposal to create your perfect forest.
Why similar: Simulation 26.5%, Idler 25.7%, God Game 18.2% ★, Nature 12.7%, Cute 4.2%
- #13 Watch Grass Grow Simulator
89% match5 user reviews60% of 5 reviews2026
Dev: SplitMlik
Windows
A real-time experience built entirely around watching grass grow, where patience turns into payoff and leaving too early means missing it.
Why similar: Idler 33.3%, God Game 13.3% ★, Relaxing 12.7%, Simulation 11.9%, Atmospheric 8.7%
- #14 GARDEN&BIRD
88% matchPositive93% of 42 reviews2025
Dev: FreezingStudio
Windows
The arrival of birds turned the deserted island into a garden, creating your own unique garden in the sandbox!
Why similar: Idler 32.2%, Simulation 15.9%, Relaxing 12.9%, Nature 9.4%, Cute 9.4%
- #15 Missy's Bugtastic Little Planet
87% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2026
Dev: mullwave
Windows · Linux
Missy the kitty will hang out with you anywhere on your desktop and catch bugs! She will earn money based on the rarity of what she catches, and you can use that money to buy cosmetics and upgrades, or just see how much money she can make!
Why similar: Idler 38.9%, Relaxing 15.4%, Character Customization 12.2%, Cute 9.2%, Casual 8.9%
- #16 Square Game
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Joshua Sherrard
Windows · Linux
Watch the Square bounce around the screen in this idle incremental Game about squares, dots and other shapes. Upgrade, Prestige and even build a deck of awesome abilities in Square Game!
Why similar: Idler 47.5%, Simulation 40.4%, Colorful 9.2%, Indie 1.7%, Singleplayer 1.2%
- #17 The Duck Pond
86% matchVery Positive96% of 78 reviews2024
Dev: Quack People
Windows · Mac · Linux
The Duck Pond is a condensed and relaxing idle game, focused on creating a short handcrafted experience with an ending. Throw food to attract different types of duck, read about them in the duckopedia, and maybe you'll discover the epic giga duck!
Why similar: Idler 42%, Simulation 14.9%, Relaxing 11.4%, Casual 9.2%, Nature 8.2%
- #18 Poison Lizard Paradise
85% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2024
Dev: Dドライブ開発部
Windows
A little cute Chiyari-style lizard growing game is here! Grow up fast ✨Grow up a lot! You may be able to meet various kinds of lizards? Let's love the lizards that move around in all directions ‼️
Why similar: Idler 34.4%, God Game 24.5% ★, Simulation 20.7%, Cute 9.7%, Casual 8.5%
- #19 DIY Fashion Star
84% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2024
Dev: CrazyLabsPub: QubicGames
Windows
Refresh your wardrobe with stylish DIY projects and put your clothing design skills to the test!
Why similar: Simulation 32.5%, Relaxing 17.7%, Casual 12.5%, Character Customization 12.3%, Cute 10.4%
- #20 Tattoo Studio Simulator
84% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: That Guy's Games
Windows
Become a great tattoo artist and work your way to success! Have you always wanted to learn how to draw tattoos? Now you can do it in our tattoo studio simulator.
Why similar: Simulation 32.2%, Relaxing 22.1%, Cute 15.3%, Casual 12.1%, Family Friendly 8.5%
- #21 Small Living World
82% matchPositive82% of 11 reviews2024
Dev: 777 Pixels
Windows
An ecosystem simulation running in your hands. Transform a desertic world into a lush forest. No stress, play at your own pace. This world is at your disposal. Terraform the landscape, add plants and animals. Create your perfect ecosystem.
Why similar: Idler 23.8%, God Game 17.5% ★, Simulation 15.2%, Relaxing 12.1%, Nature 10.1%
- #22 Idle Tree Keeper
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Torbellino Games
Windows · Mac
Idle Tree Keeper is a relaxing idle/incremental game where you care for a mystical tree. Generate resources, unlock upgrades, evolve, and progress even while offline. Free to play with optional in-game purchases.
Why similar: Idler 43.2%, Casual 12.8%, Relaxing 12%, Nature 10.6%, Cute 10.4%
- #23 Pet.Net
81% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: musrattusPub: 2 Left Thumbs
Windows
Hatch and raise your very own PET, evolve them, train their stats, compete in competitions AND MUCH MORE! Designed for either active or passive play, sitting in the corner of your screen while you work on other things.
Why similar: Idler 36.6%, Simulation 23%, Relaxing 9.6%, Character Customization 8.3%, Casual 7.5%
- #24 Reflectory
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: FkjahaPub: Fkjaha Games
Windows
An idle incremental game about bouncing balls that lives in the corner of your screen.
Why similar: Idler 36.9%, Simulation 25.9%, Relaxing 15.5%, Casual 10.4%, Colorful 5.9%
- #25 Idle Toss: That Water Game
80% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Nomadic UV
Windows
The retro Water Ring Toss idle game that lives on your desktop. Toss Actively or set in Auto. Earn Coins, and Spin the GACHA! Collect New Models, Skins, and more to upgrade your endlessly bubbling tank
Why similar: Idler 36.2%, Simulation 28.5%, Casual 11%, Relaxing 10.8%, Colorful 7.4%
- #26 Viridi
83% matchVery Positive92% of 9,504 reviews2015
Dev: Zoe VartanianPub: Ice Water Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 95.1 hrs≥1hr: 52%
Nurture a small pot of succulents that grow in real time. Viridi is a safe haven, a place you can return to for a moment of peace and quiet whenever you need it.
Why similar: Relaxing 32.8%, Simulation 23.7%, Atmospheric 8.9%, Casual 8.2%, Cute 7%
- #27 Project OC
79% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: CheeseMoon
Windows
Project OC is a multiplayer online desktop idle game. Unlock 1000+ customization options through idle gameplay and freely mix appearances, outfits, expressions, and actions to create your unique OC. Invite friends to join and let their OCs live on your desktop!
Why similar: Idler 44.5%, Character Customization 18.4%, Simulation 15.7%, Cute 12%, Casual 6.7%
- #28 BirdBalcony
78% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Love7
Windows · Mac
BirdBalcony is a cozy desktop companion where you feed birds, decorate your balcony, and collect letter fragments to uncover hidden stories. With changing time and weather, each visit feels alive—you never know who will come next.
Why similar: Idler 46.2%, Simulation 29.5%, Cute 12.3%, Casual 9.8%, Indie 1.4%
- #29 Fishful Days
78% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: COSMICDUST STUDIO
Windows
"Fishful Days" is a casual idle game. you can buy fish fry and let them grow in the background; once they reach adulthood, they will continuously produce fish for you! You can also buy multiple fish tanks to achieve snowballing growth. It also offers rich fish tank customization features.
Why similar: Idler 36.7%, Simulation 19.9%, Relaxing 11.1%, Casual 11%, Cute 7.7%
- #30 Desktop Jinja
79% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Anisile
Windows
Build a personal shrine on your desktop—pray, draw fortunes, and receive gentle blessings each day.
Why similar: Idler 54.3%, Relaxing 18.9%, Cute 13.3%, Casual 10.9%, Indie 1.7%
- #31 Cuddle Corner
77% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2025
Dev: Dango Dynamics
Windows
Meet your tiny companions in this adorable desktop pet simulation. Feed them with care, play together, and create a cozy home with colorful decorations. Whether you’re working, gaming, or on a break, spend time with these charming friends.
Why similar: Idler 26.6%, Simulation 22%, Relaxing 14.5%, Cute 10%, Character Customization 9.9%
- #32 Flourish
75% matchPositive81% of 37 reviews2026
Dev: FireOwl Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Find your rhythm in the cycle of the garden: prune to gather, water to renew, and trade your clippings for deep-rooted progression.
Why similar: Idler 43.8%, Simulation 17.8%, Nature 15.8%, Casual 9.3%, Colorful 5.9%
- #33 Chill Fishing
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: R.H. Industries
Windows
Chill Fishing is the ultimate laid-back desktop fishing experience!
Why similar: Idler 40%, Simulation 34.1%, Casual 13.3%, Cute 10.2%, Indie 1.5%
- #34 Screen Pets
76% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2025
Dev: zowlf
Windows
Cute pets live at the bottom of your screen while you do other things.
Why similar: Simulation 34.7%, Idler 21.4%, Relaxing 12.4%, Casual 12.3%, Cute 7.9%
- #35 Gizmo
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lincos Games
Windows
In Gizmo, you’ll use different tools and components to build contraptions that solve specific problems presented in each level. Maybe it’s a conveyor belt here or a burner – but every solution is up to you! No strict paths, just you, your imagination, and some tools.
Why similar: Idler 39.3%, Simulation 36.1%, Relaxing 12.7%, Family Friendly 9.9%, Indie 1.4%
- #36 Duck Creator 2
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Weakfish Studio
Windows
Duck Creator 2, Create your own Duck but better version!
Why similar: Idler 31.1%, Simulation 18.4%, Cute 8.5%, Relaxing 7%, Colorful 6.8%
- #37 Pet Streamer 12dora
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SxxGames
Windows
This is a virtual 12dora. You can feed and bathe him to keep him healthy and in a good mood. What should you do when you're short of money? Try starting a live stream and attract viewers by showing various in-game activities. Gain more fans (and more money)!
Why similar: Idler 40.4%, Simulation 16.9%, Character Customization 14.9%, Relaxing 11.5%, Cute 8.8%
- #38 Sleeping: Counting Sheep
76% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: Callial
Windows
A relaxing, Twitch-integrated sheep simulation where viewers can spawn and chat as sheep. Perfect for streamers looking to entertain their audience while resting or away from their keyboard.
Why similar: Idler 28.8%, Simulation 27.1%, Casual 10.5%, Relaxing 7.4%, Cute 6.3%
- #39 Numenclature
73% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: Just Some Guy Game Studio
Windows
Numenclature is a vibrant idle game where you harness the power of numbers and words to conquer challenges, unlock upgrades, and grow your mastery. Simple to learn, endlessly rewarding to play.
Why similar: Idler 39.1%, Simulation 32.2%, Relaxing 17.6%, Casual 9.3%, Indie 1.2%
- #40 Molo's Revenge
73% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2024
Dev: MelonStudios
Windows · Mac
Molo's Revenge is the incremental journey of a mole dragon to avenge his village by doing the thing he does best: Digging.
Why similar: Idler 53.3%, Simulation 32.1%, Casual 12%, Indie 1.7%, Singleplayer 0.9%
- #41 The Endless Village
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: R.J. Brontsema
Windows · Mac · Linux
Automate your growth, uncover a gorgeous city, and chase the ultimate metric: Liveliness. This cozy idle clicker lets you unlock passive income boosts and powerful minigames to rapidly scale your empire. Attract every unique citizen and claim your spot on the global leaderboard!
Why similar: Idler 45%, Simulation 28.3%, Relaxing 9.9%, Cute 7%, Colorful 5.8%
- #42 bobanook!
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Nightjam GamesPub: Coreloop Garage
Windows
A relaxing, idle boba-shop simulator that can accompany you as you work on other things. Sell boba tea, unlock new drinks, and customize and care for a boba pet that lives in the corner of your screen!
Why similar: Simulation 25.5%, Idler 25.5%, Relaxing 11.6%, Casual 10.2%, Character Customization 10%
- #43 Kinguin: Become a Streaming Legend
70% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2026
Dev: Clutch Games
Windows
Kinguin is a relaxing idle simulator about a penguin streamer. Leave the game in the corner of your screen while you work, upgrade your setup to turn views into valuable followers and subs, and climb the Global Rank. Dominate the algorithm and become the internet's greatest polar legend!
Why similar: Idler 40.3%, Simulation 16.9%, Character Customization 13.8%, Relaxing 10.7%, Cute 7.3%
- #44 桌面仙门 Desktop Immortal Sect
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Woo
Windows
Desktop Immortal Sect is a desktop idle cultivation game where you recruit disciples to build your sect. This world offers multiple paths to immortality, with each disciple possessing unique traits. attract more talented disciples and upgrade temple facilities to build your unique immortal sect.
Why similar: Idler 36.2%, God Game 19.3% ★, Simulation 15.8%, Relaxing 10.1%, Cute 7.8%
- #45 My Virtual Friend
71% matchPositive87% of 23 reviews2025
Dev: BiteMe Games
Windows
Feeling lonely? Not anymore with My Virtual Friend, a desktop pet/idler where different characters can keep you company. Take care of them, buy them new outfits, play games with them, or just let them sit back and follow along with whatever you're doing.
Why similar: Idler 30.6%, Simulation 17.7%, Relaxing 13.7%, Character Customization 9.2%, Cute 8.5%
- #46 Aquanore
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Elerium Studios
Windows
A cozy idle aquarium game: collect, breed, and sell fish, shape your tank with decorations, grow your economy, and relax while your fish earn for you.
Why similar: Idler 30.3%, Simulation 27.4%, Casual 8.9%, Cute 7.3%, Relaxing 7.2%
- #47 Pixel Aquarium
70% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Purple Sector
Windows
In this casual idle simulator, you take care of charming pixel-art fish, collect coins to buy decorations that provide uniques bonusses, and create your dream Pixel Aquarium!
Why similar: Idler 35.7%, Simulation 28.3%, Casual 10.9%, Relaxing 8.8%, Nature 7.8%
- #48 Donut Land Clicker
73% matchMostly Negative30% of 10 reviews2023
Dev: ReSkill Games
Windows
A casual game where you need to conquer the world with your donuts, so that everyone talks about your donuts in every nook and cranny. To build an empire, you have to curse a donut, and then on the accumulated donuts - build an empire, buy business after business, improvement after improvement.
Why similar: Idler 35%, Simulation 29.8%, Casual 11.7%, Relaxing 9.1%, Atmospheric 6.3%
- #49 荒岛钓鱼记
68% matchPositive100% of 20 reviews2025
Dev: EP牛局长
Windows · Mac
This is a desktop mini-game. Tim will be your desktop pet, fishing non-stop until he catches a palm-sized fish.You can put the caught items into the fish tank or sell them to exchange for costume items.
Why similar: Idler 44.2%, Simulation 23.5%, Cute 10.8%, Relaxing 9.1%, Casual 9%
- #50 Gloopy Edible Nubbins
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Jack Pangbourne
Windows · Mac · Linux
It's so great you made it! Welcome to the Gloopy Power Tower. You'll be in charge of managing your workers and undertaking research, supervised by the wonderful Daisy. (That's me!) Improve your power plant, hit quotas efficiently, and you may find yourself getting closer to her...? (Me, that is.)
Why similar: Idler 44.9%, Simulation 29.3%, Relaxing 9.7%, Casual 7.6%, Cute 6.8%
- #51 Shanhai Ranch
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Banana Peel Studio
Windows
Shanhai Ranch is a desktop idle management game. Collect mythical beasts, assign the five elements, and let them dig treasure, produce resources, and build your ranch on your desktop. Expand storage, upgrade buildings, and grow your own automated beast-running loop.
Why similar: Idler 37.8%, Simulation 20.7%, Relaxing 10.3%, Cute 10%, Character Customization 8.4%
- #52 Capybara Simulator
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Dynamic Games
Windows
Capybara Simulator is a game in which you can become a capybara.
Why similar: Simulation 27.8%, Idler 20.7%, Relaxing 16.1%, Cute 11.1%, Casual 6.4%
- #53 ISLET GARDEN
67% matchPositive100% of 22 reviews2025
Dev: Ketopon Lab
Windows
「ISLET GARDEN」 is an idle game you can enjoy on your desktop. Plant vegetation on your island, and its residents will automatically gather resources for you. Use the resources you collect to upgrade and gradually adorn your island!
Why similar: Idler 54.2%, Simulation 32.8%, Casual 13%
- #54 Frog Pond Simulator
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Black Flamingo Games
Windows
Frog Pond Simulator is an idle incremental game where you'll see new frogs coming along continuously, each unique, funny looking and unusual. The only objective that matters is to relax and let yourself be transported by the music and the mood. An un-frog-ettable experience!
Why similar: Idler 29.4%, Relaxing 18.7%, Simulation 16.7%, Cute 10.4%, Colorful 7.4%
- #55 Milo's Tiny Fish Pond
66% matchPositive89% of 46 reviews2025
Dev: MMUnit
Windows · Mac
Create a vibrant, personal fish pond right on your desktop! Easily raise idle fish, collect cute species, and customize your digital space. Earn continuous rewards even while offline, decorate freely with simple taps and soothing sounds, build your serene desktop oasis effortlessly.
Why similar: Idler 35.6%, Simulation 24.5%, Relaxing 13.6%, Casual 9.7%, Atmospheric 9.1%
- #56 Desktop Mark
68% matchVery Positive90% of 90 reviews2023
Dev: coding398
Windows · Linux
Desktop Mark is a simple minigame-centric idler revolving around the silly character of Mark, a smiley that bounces all around your screen. Every so often, Mark hits the corner and prompts you to procrastinate & have some fun with Mark.
Why similar: Simulation 20.7%, Relaxing 16.7%, Character Customization 16.5%, Idler 16.4%, Cute 7.9%
- #57 Isopod Keeping Simulator
66% match5 user reviews40% of 5 reviews2025
Dev: Kunstaat
Windows
Grow, feed and care for your colony of adorable isopods in this realistic semi-idle simulator. Watch your isopods multiply and split or sell your colony if they become too numerous. Created by the Kunstaat community, 100% of our proceeds support charity!
Why similar: Idler 33.9%, Simulation 20.2%, Nature 14.4%, Cute 10.9%, Relaxing 7.8%
- #58 Planetiny
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Audiovisual Hall
Windows
Planetiny is a relaxing idle game with Desktop Mode for work or study. Discover planets, collect Tinies, feed them and upgrade planets to boost productivity, and optimize by replacing the less productive ones. Enjoy chill or lofi music and customizable ambient sound layers.
Why similar: Idler 29.7%, Relaxing 13.2%, Simulation 11.6%, God Game 8.7% ★, Cute 7.8%
- #59 Moonlight Rabbits
67% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2024
Dev: BlackMoon Studios
Windows
Dive into the serene world of Moonlight Rabbits, an idle game where you help adorable rabbits build a tower to the Moon by collecting carrots. Unlock unique rabbits, enjoy relaxing gameplay, and achieve your lunar dreams in this charming adventure!
Why similar: Idler 48.1%, Relaxing 17.4%, Cute 12.1%, Casual 8.4%, Atmospheric 6.1%
- #60 Deskcat
65% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2025
Dev: Logobojo
Windows
Deskcat is a cute and lively desktop companion game that brings your computer to life with an adorable animated cat!
Why similar: Idler 42.9%, Cute 12.2%, Family Friendly 10.3%, Colorful 9.8%, Casual 8.3%