- #1 Melo's cat cafe
97% 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 35.4%, Simulation 30.6%, Casual 20.6%, Cute 10.5%, Indie 1.7%
- #2 BirdBalcony
96% 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 37.9%, Simulation 24.9%, Casual 14.3%, Cute 11.7%, Creature Collector 9.1%
- #3 Lotto.exe
96% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: ChimpWithAComputer
Windows
"99% of gamblers quit right before they hit it big. This game is for the other 1%." The ultimate test of human stubbornness. Lotto.exe isn't a "game" in the traditional sense. It is a simulation of a lottery draw designed to determine exactly how much your time is worth to you.
Why similar: Idler 38.5%, Simulation 34.6%, Casual 23.4%, Indie 1.8%, Singleplayer 1.7%
- #4 Mothiary
95% matchPositive100% of 15 reviews2026
Dev: Denver
Windows · Mac · Linux
An idle game about collecting moths.
Why similar: Idler 30.1%, Simulation 15.1%, Creature Collector 12%, Capitalism 10.7%, Economy 9.1%
- #5 Unlimited Farm Tycoon - Cozy Idle Farm Game
94% matchPositive89% of 17 reviews2025
Dev: Musa GUNGOR
Windows
Build your dream farm in 8 different worlds. You can plant a tree farm, create a vegetable garden, or even raise animals. Build your fences wherever you want in the open world, create the farm you desire.
Why similar: Idler 25.2%, Simulation 23.5%, Casual 13.1%, Capitalism 11.2%, Economy 9%
- #6 Pickochet
94% matchMixed70% of 43 reviews2026
Dev: kronPub: Midware Games
Windows
Pickochet is a short, incremental mining game where you mine ore using bouncy ricocheting pickaxes, purchase upgrades, unlock abilities and discover new mining sites.
Why similar: Idler 27.9%, Simulation 25.2%, Casual 14.1%, Capitalism 13.1%, Economy 8.2%
- #7 Swarmslam
93% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: joffarex
Windows · Linux
Watch a swarm of tiny slammers hurl themselves at a planet and mine it till it breaks, then feed that ore to THE VOID to make your swarm bigger and faster. SLAM, CRACK, REPEAT
Why similar: Idler 34.1%, Simulation 17.5%, Building 14.8%, Economy 14.7%, Casual 10.2%
- #8 I Am Not A Robot
92% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2026
Dev: Nilapos
Windows
A short, incremental game where you solve Captchas and get a bot to automate this process.
Why similar: Idler 32.5%, Simulation 30.4%, Casual 20.4%, Hand-drawn 14.2%, Indie 1.6%
- #9 SlopTuber Simulator
91% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Cwizm
Windows
SlopTuber Simulator is a short incremental adventure about filling the internet with worthless video content for fun and profit (Mostly for profit)!
Why similar: Idler 31.5%, Simulation 25.7%, Casual 17.1%, Capitalism 15.9%, Cute 8%
- #10 You must evolve it! Incremental
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 2 Pawns Games
Windows
You must evolve it! Incremental is an incremental game in which you collect resources, build structures and buy upgrades. Help a robot evolve a mysterious creature and discover the truth about the past.
Why similar: Idler 29.2%, Simulation 19.5%, Economy 15.4%, Building 11%, Casual 8.7%
- #11 Synergism
89% matchMostly Positive77% of 266 reviews2026
Dev: PlatonicPub: PLATONIC AND KHAFRA IDLE GAMES OF SYNERGISM AND ULTIMATE PROGRESS BAR LLC
Windows · Mac
Synergism is a free-to-play Idle game about... well, Synergy! Explore that concept through hundreds of upgrades, many reset layers and probably thousands of hours of content that allows both idle and active play.
Why similar: Idler 42%, Capitalism 13.8%, Hand-drawn 12.4%, Casual 12.1%, Strategy 9%
- #12 Long Dives
90% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: KazooKatPub: Go Do Corp.
Windows
Sink a mining outpost into the deep and keep it growing while you're away. Dive through ten depths, automate everything, decode the Archive, and strike covenants with the dark. A layered idle-incremental with 50 achievements, full offline progress, illustrated in pixel-art.
Why similar: Idler 26.1%, Simulation 23.3%, Casual 15.4%, Hand-drawn 11.1%, Strategy 7.9%
- #13 DesktopVivarium
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: If Game
Windows
Your computer desktop will no longer be just a static background, but a living, breathing ecosphere. You’ll watch plants and animals thrive as fish swim freely across your screen. In your downtime, you can feed the creatures, clean up their waste.
Why similar: Idler 40%, Simulation 27.6%, Casual 15.9%, Building 14.2%, Indie 1.4%
- #14 My Building
88% matchNo user reviews53% of 19 reviews2026
Dev: Your Buildings Co.
Windows
Look at your building. Watch your building. Earn item drops. It's yours to experience!
Why similar: Idler 32.6%, Simulation 20.7%, Casual 13.2%, Capitalism 12.7%, Building 10.3%
- #15 Molo's Revenge
87% 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 48%, Simulation 29.8%, Casual 19.2%, Indie 1.8%, Singleplayer 1.3%
- #16 The Duck Pond
86% matchVery Positive96% of 81 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 39.4%, Casual 15.3%, Simulation 14.4%, Hand-drawn 10.9%, Capitalism 9.8%
- #17 Cats and Tails
85% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2026
Dev: Alice Games
Windows
Cats & Tails is a luck-driven coin game where you chase a streak of 10 Cats, face unpredictable outcomes, and unlock multiple endings over repeated playthroughs.
Why similar: Idler 27.4%, Simulation 23.4%, Casual 15.5%, Capitalism 15.4%, Economy 9%
- #18 Tiny Egg Clicker
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Luisak & RaMS
Windows
An idle pet-collecting clicker game that keeps you company at the bottom of your screen. Click your egg to help it hatch. Grow your collection of pets to unlock upgrades and rarer eggs. Relax to chill Lofi music while you play at your own pace. Will you hatch the shiny variant of each pet?
Why similar: Idler 26.4%, Simulation 14.7%, Economy 11.1%, Casual 10.2%, Cute 9.8%
- #19 StockSim
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: WTeam
Windows · Mac · Linux
Step into the shoes of a world class trader and navigate the fast-paced world of financial markets. Make strategic decisions, analyze market trends, and watch your portfolio grow. With realistic market simulations and dynamic pricing, every trade counts. Can you beat the market?
Why similar: Idler 32.7%, Simulation 20.9%, Economy 14%, Capitalism 10.3%, Casual 9%
- #20 Monster Nursery
84% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Mimi
Windows
A relaxing idle monster collection game (with offline progress). Features 200 monster entries and 29 Lo-fi tracks.
Why similar: Idler 29.2%, Simulation 19.1%, Casual 17.6%, Cute 12.2%, Hand-drawn 10.2%
- #21 Clickbait Tycoon
82% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2026
Dev: FrostyVoid Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Build a clickbait media empire in pixel-art 1980s New York. Publish outrageous stories, hire outrage algorithms, battle editors-turned-monsters raise Pocket Pals, and sell out - again and again - until you own the news. And the weather.
Why similar: Idler 40.7%, Simulation 25.1%, Casual 14.4%, Capitalism 13.4%, Strategy 3.3%
- #22 Stall Quest
83% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: こぐわらのAIゲーム開発部
Windows
A shopkeeping simulation RPG for those who loved leaving shops open in old-school MMOs! Open a stall in Rei's dream, sell items gathered from dungeons, buy gear, and dive back in. Packed with 48 enemies, 30 items, and excitement! Try it out!
Why similar: Idler 28.4%, Simulation 25.3%, Casual 16.9%, Capitalism 11.4%, Economy 8.6%
- #23 Flutterfield
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Onyx Feather Studios
Windows
Flutterfield is a cozy and relaxing idle game. Buy butterflies and raise them in real time, or catch fully grown ones yourself. Unlock, upgrade, and customize habitats while filling your collection with real-life butterfly species!
Why similar: Idler 29.9%, Simulation 14.9%, Economy 14.7%, Capitalism 12.1%, Creature Collector 11.7%
- #24 Project Chromata
81% matchMixed53% of 86 reviews2025
Dev: ArboraeternumPub: GamezEternal
Windows
Project Chromata is a deep sci-fi incremental game about restoring the universe by mixing colors. Unlock new technologies, prestige to gain powerful permanent upgrades from a vast star chart, and master automation systems to watch the numbers soar in this satisfying and feature-rich idle experience.
Why similar: Idler 39.3%, Simulation 32.2%, Casual 21.2%, Strategy 4.3%, Indie 1.8%
- #25 Lofi Succubus
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SunnyCat
Windows · Linux
A relaxing idle collection game with beautiful girls (supports offline). You are an egg keeper helping the girls hatch monster eggs. 3 beautiful girls + 200 monster eggs + soothing lo-fi music♪
Why similar: Idler 34.1%, Simulation 19.1%, Casual 17.3%, Cute 10.3%, Collectathon 9.8%
- #26 Balloons Factory Tycoon
80% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: Cristian Savelea
Windows
Build and manage your balloon empire in this relaxing idle tycoon! Automate production, upgrade machinery, and earn massive profits to unlock vibrant, stylized cities. Start small and expand your colorful business across the world.
Why similar: Idler 42.2%, Simulation 18.1%, Casual 17.2%, Building 7.7%, Cute 7%
- #27 ISLET GARDEN
79% matchPositive100% of 23 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 48.8%, Simulation 30.4%, Casual 20.7%
- #28 Lint
78% matchMixed67% of 27 reviews2026
Dev: tankpillow
Windows
Lint is a minimalist idle game where lint builds up the longer you stay. Collect it, upgrade your production, and turn tiny dust balls into an unstoppable fluff empire.
Why similar: Idler 34.2%, Casual 22.1%, Simulation 19.5%, Capitalism 14.1%, Cute 7.6%
- #29 AutoShowRoom
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: haiooohai
Windows
AutoShowRoom is a small relaxing incremental game about managing your own car showroom! Collect +100 unique cars from 10 different countries! Tune them to perfection and showcase them in thrilling events! Unlock new models and expand your collection! Build the ulitimate car showroom!
Why similar: Idler 33%, Capitalism 13.4%, Economy 11.7%, Casual 11.4%, Simulation 10.9%
- #30 Working Class Monsters
77% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: HaggisBytes
Windows
Open packs. Collect monsters. Watch the gold pile up. A cozy incremental about a monster workforce - place goblins, undead, and abyssal horrors across tiles where the right neighbors mean bigger payouts. Grow your sleepy island into a gold printing empire and unlock hidden islands to settle on.
Why similar: Idler 23.1%, Capitalism 16.4%, Economy 11.5%, Creature Collector 9.2%, Building 8.5%
- #31 Whimsy Koi
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ting LY
Windows
Whimsy Koi is a cozy idle game where you manage calming koi ponds. Collect various whimsical koi fish and decorate your ponds however you want. Just relax and enjoy the tranquil experience.
Why similar: Idler 23.5%, Capitalism 12.8%, Hand-drawn 11.3%, Economy 9.3%, Creature Collector 8.3%
- #32 Aquaville
76% matchMostly Positive75% of 24 reviews2026
Dev: Team Machiavelli
Windows
An idle desktop aquarium game where you buy, feed, and breed fish to discover new species with unique rarities and tiers. Decorate cozy tanks and customize your desk with cute items. Earn money just by caring for your fish, even while you work or relax!
Why similar: Idler 28.6%, Simulation 15.9%, Hand-drawn 13.6%, Capitalism 13.5%, Casual 11.3%
- #33 Capy's Hot Springs Haven
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Cup Cat Games
Windows
Welcome to Capy’s Hot Springs Haven, a relaxing idle game that stays on your desktop. Upgrade hot springs, place vending machines, and decorate your floating island as adorable animals visit to relax and unwind.
Why similar: Idler 28.9%, Simulation 25%, Casual 16.6%, Building 9.7%, Economy 9.3%
- #34 Desk Paws
74% matchVery Positive89% of 577 reviews2025
Dev: GinkgoGamesPub: Captcha Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 19.8 hrsMean: 79.0 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Collect over 100 stylish little pets on your desktop! They can freely move along the bottom of your screen, or live in the little houses you've carefully decorated for them. Hmm... or perhaps send them on adventures to earn treats?
Why similar: Idler 29.4%, Capitalism 14.4%, Simulation 11.4%, Creature Collector 10.6%, Cute 10%
- #35 The Eternal Mines
75% match6 user reviews67% of 6 reviews2026
Dev: FlowerValleyDev
Windows
Upgrade your minions as you journey deeper into the mines. Explore different areas. Witness tens of miners at once.
Why similar: Idler 36%, Simulation 31%, Economy 17.5%, Casual 14.6%, Singleplayer 0.9%
- #36 Townspeople
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Friendly Mountain AB
Windows
Help the people to build their town in this upcoming casual bite-sized game. Watch the population, income and town grow as you manage the economy and decide what to do next. Train people in different professions as needed. Build houses, shops and more.
Why similar: Simulation 26.9%, Casual 17.8%, Building 16.7%, Idler 14.8%, Economy 11.8%
- #37 Unbox Super Card
75% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Althea Games
Windows
Buy CardBoxes, reveal valuable cards, build your automated opening factory, and Prestige to grow your fortune even faster. Complete every collection and become the ultimate card collector.
Why similar: Capitalism 26.2%, Idler 22.4%, Casual 17.2%, Economy 15.2%, Collectathon 9.1%
- #38 Artifact - 3D puzzle
73% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2026
Dev: ArtFireGames
Windows · Mac
Restore shattered masterpieces in this meditative 3D puzzle. From Greek amphorae to Egyptian statues, assemble 64 ancient artifacts piece by piece. Inspired by Kintsugi — the Japanese art of repairing broken pottery — Artifact offers a relaxing assembly experience with simple, intuitive controls.
Why similar: Simulation 36.1%, Idler 23%, Casual 22%, Building 12.4%, Indie 5.2%
- #39 Stocks
73% matchMixed55% of 77 reviews2025
Dev: envymydisease
Windows
A collector simulator and clicker where you earn rare items just by staying in the game. Collect stylized company “stocks,” track their value, join seasonal updates, and profit!
Why similar: Simulation 25.9%, Capitalism 22.9%, Idler 18.7%, Trading Card Game 15.8% ★, Economy 9.7%
- #40 Idle Adventurer
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Vexed Games
Windows · Mac
Become an adventurer and slay your way through infinite stages of enemies in this idle action RPG. Work your way through the hoards of creatures and beasts in order to bring back the glory to your village.
Why similar: Simulation 25.5%, Idler 21%, Casual 16.9%, Building 9.7%, Economy 9.3%
- #41 My Chibi Friend
73% 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 31.7%, Simulation 31.2%, Casual 20.8%, Cute 12.4%, Indie 2.8%
- #42 Aquanore
71% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2026
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 28.4%, Simulation 26.4%, Casual 14.8%, Creature Collector 11.2%, Economy 10.9%
- #43 Fireworks Incremental
72% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Frajda Games
Windows
Bad Wizard covered the land with a Magical Dome and the only way to destroy it is with fireworks! Hire units, unlock buildings, buy powerful upgrades, discover unique synergies, create a ridiculous spectacle and ultimately defeat The Bad Wizard in this addictive incremental game about fireworks!
Why similar: Idler 27.9%, Capitalism 17.9%, Economy 13.4%, Building 13.3%, Simulation 9.6%
- #44 奇趣博物馆
71% matchMixed64% of 11 reviews2025
Dev: 灿龙互娱
Windows
《奇趣博物馆》是一款以博物馆经营为主题的休闲治愈游戏。玩家将扮演博物馆馆长,在可爱的精灵帮助下进行文物收集、修复以及展览,从而慢慢找回世界丢失的色彩。
Why similar: Simulation 38.8%, Casual 26.2%, Hand-drawn 21%, Cute 14%
- #45 Valehona Tap!
70% match9 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2026
Dev: GamesNotToast
Windows
Tap your way through Valehona Tap! A 2D pixel tap and idle game, Impress your friends with high Prestige Levels and Goons Slain. Can you reach the boss?
Why similar: Simulation 39.9%, Idler 25.4%, Casual 24.3%, Indie 5.8%, Strategy 4.7%
- #46 开家小店
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: The wind blows again
Windows
You take over a new store, and as a new owner, you're going to make it your own, how are you going to run it, whether it's to make your store lively, or to make it a gathering place for specific enthusiasts, or to sell your favorite items. The decision is yours.
Why similar: Idler 48.3%, Simulation 28.2%, Casual 18.2%, Strategy 4.2%, Singleplayer 1.2%
- #47 Supermarket Billionaire
69% matchMixed69% of 117 reviews2025
Dev: Eracu Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Who doesn't love supermarkets? Build your own empire! Improve your business, hire employees, optimize your facilities... and, most importantly, sell to become a billionaire!
Why similar: Idler 31%, Simulation 27%, Casual 18%, Capitalism 13.8%, Cute 8.3%
- #48 Man-U-Facture
69% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: ZachIDKPub: Iduknow Entertainment
Windows
Man-U-Facture is a short, casual factory game about making furniture out of random materials. Using the powers of unpaid interns, make chairs out of wacky items from rusty metal to hyper-dense stars!
Why similar: Idler 24.4%, Simulation 18.6%, Casual 17.4%, Capitalism 10.4%, Collectathon 8.9%
- #49 POWERCELL
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Julian Dietz
Windows
Relax and sit back as you create mesmerizing particle reactions and become a source of infinite power.
Why similar: Idler 33.9%, Simulation 31.7%, Casual 21.2%, Strategy 10.6%, Indie 1.6%
- #50 Radio Buddy
69% match2 user reviews100% of 2 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 40%, Simulation 34.3%, Casual 23%, Indie 1.7%, Singleplayer 1.1%
- #51 你的小鸡鸡
70% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: hUoFaNPub: weewee
Windows
"Your Little Chick" is a casual desktop game that accompanies you. Your little Chick will move around the screen following your mouse.
Why similar: Idler 36.9%, Simulation 36.6%, Casual 24.7%, Singleplayer 1.8%
- #52 Astral Outpost
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Derek Lawrence
Windows · Mac · Linux
Build stations above picky planets, match modules to what the locals actually want, and grow a trade empire that earns while you're away. Court the factions or cross them on the road from your first rattling fusion can to a megastructure that tames a black hole.
Why similar: Simulation 23.7%, Idler 22.3%, Casual 15.7%, Capitalism 13%, Building 9.2%
- #53 Sir, Please Don't Hit the Machine
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Sharper
Windows
Sir, Please Don't Hit the Machine is an idle/incremental gambling game. Luck not going your way? Try breaking the machine. Hit it, Kick it, Tear off the reel panel. Buy upgrades, unlock skill trees, and do whatever you can to get your money back.
Why similar: Idler 33%, Simulation 31.8%, Casual 21.4%, Strategy 10.7%, Indie 1.6%
- #54 Chirpology
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Sawbird Studio
Windows
Collect and breed adorable birds in this pencil-drawn 2D casual idle game! Watch them take leisurely strolls and play on slides in your yard. Purchase furniture, unlock a rich bird encyclopedia, and build a cozy home for you and your feathered friends.
Why similar: Idler 40.7%, Casual 24.6%, Cute 16.1%, Creature Collector 13.4%, Singleplayer 3.1%
- #55 The Deconsecration Initiative
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Gwilym
Windows
A short incremental game about building a weapon to kill a god. Build your base, fire your laser, collect shards, Barry has turned into a slug. Upgrade your slugs.
Why similar: Idler 32.3%, Simulation 18.1%, Building 14.9%, Economy 14.3%, Casual 10%
- #56 Keep On Hashing!: Idle Mining Sim
66% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: Velron Games
Windows
Mine blocks. Earn Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin and Solana. Hire 20 helpers who mine while you sleep. Upgrade rigs from USB sticks to quantum machines. Climb a 22-node skill tree. Overclock everything. Prestige and chase the next zero. It never ends — and you won't want it to.
Why similar: Idler 34.9%, Simulation 21.1%, Capitalism 15%, Casual 13.5%, Economy 11.7%
- #57 Space Catnips
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: F(r)ictions Ludiques
Windows
Space Catnips is an incremental game where you harvest catnips from alien planets and showcase them in your bar to attract a wide variety of space cats!
Why similar: Idler 27.9%, Capitalism 15.2%, Simulation 12%, Casual 11.4%, Creature Collector 9.6%
- #58 Kumochi Keeper
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Boxtail Studios
Windows
Become the keeper of your own Kumochi sanctuary! Collect a myriad of whimsical creatures, place them across hand-illustrated zones, and watch them grow! Open Kumochi packs, decorate your world, and build the coziest collection — all at your own pace.
Why similar: Idler 26.6%, Simulation 25.4%, Casual 16.9%, Hand-drawn 11.4%, Creature Collector 10.6%
- #59 Click And Adventure
66% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: day_dream
Windows
"Click and Adventure" is a relaxing, compact click-based idle game. Explore by clicking, consume health points to defeat various monsters, obtain treasure chests, unlock the encyclopedia, increase passive income, upgrade skills, unlock new maps, and defeat new monsters.
Why similar: Idler 40.1%, Casual 25.5%, Simulation 24.9%, Strategy 8.1%, Singleplayer 1.4%