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Games Like Desktop Heroes

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Idler, Casual, RPG, 2D.

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Desktop Heroes is a unique idle RPG designed to be your faithful companion while you work. Set just above your taskbar, this game runs in the background, letting you build a team of courageous heroes, battle monstrous foes, and collect loot; all without disrupting your productivity.

Reviews: Mostly Positive — 74% — of 128 reviews
Released: 2025-10-27
Developer: Telazer
Publisher: Blackburne Games Studio FZ LLC
Genres: Action, Adventure, Casual, Indie, RPG
Platforms: Windows, Mac, Linux

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  1. #1 Desktop Raid
    97% matchMostly Positive72% of 414 reviews2026
    Dev: Lee_Studio
    Windows

    Assemble your adventure squad on the desktop! Classic RPG meets idle play—no grind, no stress, just nonstop progress. Your heroes fight, level up, and loot while you work or study. Explore rich classes, powerful skills, and thrilling gear drops. RPG excitement, anytime, anywhere!

    Why similar: Idler 31.7%, Loot 27%, Pixel Graphics 9.3%, RPG 8.9%, Fantasy 7.1%

  2. #2 Loot of Baal
    96% matchMixed62% of 1,431 reviews2025
    Dev: Gleamer Studio
    Windows
    Median: 19.3 hrsMean: 78.3 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Recruit, manage, and send your hireling crew to conquer demons and gather treasure—all from the corner of your screen. "Loot of Baal" is an idle desktop game where adventure runs alongside your daily tasks. Can your heroes save the world from chaos?

    Why similar: Idler 27.9%, Loot 25.5%, Medieval 14.3%, RPG 7.7%, Fantasy 7.6%

  3. #3 Book of Fei
    96% matchNo user reviews97% of 117 reviews2026
    Dev: TAO Studio
    Windows · Mac

    Lead adorable warriors to form an adventure team to work and adventure on the computer desktop. Defeat the warriors to save the world. Rich nurturing and collection elements, idle and slack off to earn money and fight monsters!

    Why similar: Idler 45.9%, RPG 15.7%, Cute 14.2%, Combat 9.4%, Casual 8.9%

  4. #4 Cave Heroes
    95% matchMixed56% of 124 reviews2023
    Dev: VSTGames
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 30.9 hrs≥1hr: 60%

    Lead a party of Cave Heroes to explore dungeons, battle monsters and defeat tough archdemons. Build your village, collect loot, rescue pets and much more in this idle RPG.

    Why similar: Idler 32.6%, Loot 21.7%, RPG 11.7%, Cute 9.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.7%

  5. #5 No-brainer Heroes 挂机吧!勇者
    94% matchMostly Positive74% of 1,693 reviews2019
    Dev: 小团团工作室
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 6.2 hrsMean: 67.9 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    No-brainer Heroes is a pixel style semi-idle RPG game. As a lord, you need to run your town, recruit your heroes, defeat level monsters, solve random events, collect powerful treasures, and finally defeat evil dragons.

    Why similar: Idler 39.6%, RPG 17.2%, Simulation 13.9%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%, Casual 9.6%

  6. #6 Tap Heroes
    94% matchMostly Positive73% of 1,369 reviews2015
    Dev: VaragtP
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 23.4 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    Welcome to the first puppet show RPG! Participate in battling a ton of foes, buy new upgrades, cast magic and recruit new Heroes. Or just sit back and enjoy the show as your Heroes fight on their own while you watch or do other things.

    Why similar: Idler 33.4%, Loot 21.3%, Cute 9.7%, RPG 8.3%, Pixel Graphics 8%

  7. #7 Raid Auctus
    93% matchMixed59% of 448 reviews2025
    Dev: Cosmic Whale Studio
    Windows
    Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 11.0 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    Grow your perfect raid team while the game runs! Build and train your squad from 20 unique classes, enhance their power through permanent upgrades, and watch them conquer challenging raids in Raid Auctus.

    Why similar: Idler 29.2%, Party 24.5%, RPG 8.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%, Combat 7.2%

  8. #8 Desktopia: A Desktop Village Simulator
    92% matchMostly Positive71% of 215 reviews2022
    Dev: The Evergloom Team
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 65%

    Desktopia is a city-builder game which simulates an evolving, medieval-esque village along the bottom of your desktop, allowing you to work, watch, or browse something else while you play.

    Why similar: Simulation 22.4%, Idler 20.1%, RPG 16.4%, Medieval 13.4%, Pixel Graphics 11.2%

  9. #9 Heros and Monsters: Idle Incremental
    91% matchMixed69% of 118 reviews2023
    Dev: Mathew Perry
    Windows

    Auto Battler, Incremental, Idle Game

    Why similar: Idler 36.8%, Medieval 20.4%, Relaxing 11.4%, Fantasy 7.3%, Simulation 6.6%

  10. #10 Dragon Cliff
    91% matchVery Positive89% of 8,079 reviews2018
    Dev: Meta Interaction
    Windows
    Median: 17.1 hrsMean: 64.6 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    Dragon Cliff is a Semi-Idle RPG game with deep and complex itemization/skill systems to support endless character builds. Players are to collect adventurers, kill monsters, advance talent trees, enchant/reforge equipment, discover scrolls and finally assemble the most powerful adventure team!

    Why similar: Idler 29%, Loot 28.7%, RPG 14.1%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%, Simulation 4.9%

  11. #11 Battle On! Hero Academy
    89% matchVery Positive85% of 699 reviews2025
    Dev: MMUnit
    Windows
    Median: 23.9 hrsMean: 84.4 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Welcome to Battle On! Hero Academy! In this desktop idle game, you are the dean. Recruit heroes and plan their careers from swordsmen to paladins. Your heroes battle and grow. Reap the rewards, then lead your upgraded team against epic bosses. Enjoy deep strategy and satisfying idle progression!

    Why similar: Idler 44.4%, Pixel Graphics 14.5%, Side Scroller 12.1%, Medieval 9.5%, Casual 9.5%

  12. #12 Desktop Defender
    88% matchVery Positive93% of 1,632 reviews2025
    Dev: Conradical GamesPub: Poysky Productions
    Windows
    Median: 26.0 hrsMean: 52.0 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    An idle auto-battler that sits in the corner of your screen while you do other things.

    Why similar: Idler 66.6%, Pixel Graphics 15.3%, Casual 9.4%, 2D 6.4%, Singleplayer 2.2%

  13. #13 Incremental Epic Hero 2
    89% matchMostly Positive72% of 1,622 reviews2025
    Dev: HapiwakuPub: Idle System, Inc.
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 190.4 hrs≥1hr: 73%

    A mixture of incremental/idle and roleplaying game set in fantasy world filled with monsters and things to explore, where battling is constant, almost everything can be upgraded, and with wide array of various prestige mechanics to always keep things interesting and moving forward!

    Why similar: Idler 35.1%, Hack and Slash 22.1%, Cute 11.1%, RPG 10%, Fantasy 9.9%

  14. #14 Idle Campaign
    90% matchMixed55% of 136 reviews2022
    Dev: Mad Labyrinth Studios
    Windows

    Explore through Idle Campaign! A DnD-inspired idle/incremental game about slaughtering enemies with a group of heroes through an endless campaign!This game has no rebirth; level continuously without having to repeat levels!

    Why similar: Idler 26.9%, Loot 24.2%, Hack and Slash 15.7%, Relaxing 9.3%, RPG 7.1%

  15. #15 Idle Heros
    87% matchVery Positive82% of 570 reviews2024
    Dev: EGAME
    Windows

    IDLE HEROS》 is a special placement game, invite your friends to form a fixed team, come to participate in the battle, placement can easily obtain a variety of resources

    Why similar: Idler 50.1%, Simulation 12.4%, Relaxing 12%, Casual 7.3%, Combat 6.8%

  16. #16 Crusaders Quest : Hero Town
    86% matchVery Positive84% of 253 reviews2026
    Dev: CQ LABSPub: LoadComplete
    Windows · Mac

    Welcome to 《Crusader Quest: Hero Town》! A little town inside your PC! Gather heroes and rebuild the town in 《Crusader Quest: Hero Town》, a desktop idle RPG that can be enjoyed even during work hours.

    Why similar: Idler 46.7%, Pixel Graphics 14%, Simulation 10.2%, Casual 6.9%, 2D 6.5%

  17. #17 Coin Push RPG
    86% matchMostly Positive77% of 753 reviews2025
    Dev: RAmenPub: Wise Games
    Windows
    Median: 8.2 hrsMean: 24.7 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Coin Push RPG is a unique blend of Semi-Idle RPG and coin-pusher gameplay! Recruit legendary heroes, equip them with powerful gear, upgrade your town, construct buildings, and unlock stunning backgrounds as you expand your influence. Build a diverse and unstoppable team with your own unique style .

    Why similar: Idler 31.3%, Loot 24.8%, Relaxing 9.3%, Combat 8.6%, RPG 7.9%

  18. #18 IdleOn
    81% matchMostly Positive79% of 28,155 reviews2025
    Dev: Lavaflame2
    Windows
    Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 210.1 hrs≥1hr: 64%

    The management RPG where your heroes keep fighting even when you're gone! Spend their loot on upgrades, unlock classes from Elemental Wizard to Cannon Pirate, and level up 19 unique skills like Farming, Sailing, and even Construction!

    Why similar: Idler 58%, Pixel Graphics 14.7%, RPG 11.3%, Simulation 6.4%, Cute 5.7%

  19. #19 放置勇者:远征/Idle Heroes:Odyssey
    85% matchMixed52% of 568 reviews2021
    Dev: OnigiriStudio
    Windows · Mac

    As a hero leader, you need to recruit your hero, collect treasures and equipment, and run towns to upgrade the combat team.Facing powerful monsters on the expedition, you also need strategies to match heroes, skills and treasures, finally save the world again.

    Why similar: Idler 46.3%, RPG 14.4%, Pixel Graphics 13.9%, Simulation 9.6%, Adventure 7.3%

  20. #20 Lonely Knight - Idle Roguelike RPG
    84% matchMixed69% of 247 reviews2024
    Dev: Enter the Game Studios
    Windows

    Lonely Knight is a game that combines idle and roguelike elements. Defeat monsters and embark on a journey to find companions for the lonely knight. Experience growth through idle gameplay and test your strength in dungeons!

    Why similar: Idler 29.4%, Action Roguelike 19.1%, Medieval 13.3%, Simulation 10.9%, Cute 9.5%

  21. #21 Desktop Fishing
    82% matchVery Positive90% of 325 reviews2025
    Dev: Ostend Games
    Windows

    Desktop Fishing is a cozy idle game that sits in the corner of your screen. Go about your usual desk work (or don't) while your frog buddy catches fish, discovers new outfits, and unlocks fishing spots.

    Why similar: Idler 45.7%, Relaxing 16.6%, Cute 12.1%, Simulation 11.7%, Casual 6.3%

  22. #22 dungeon & heros
    84% matchMostly Positive75% of 52 reviews2021
    Dev: 404 game
    Windows

    Dungeon Heroes is an srpg and roguelite game that I personally developed, recruit and develop your team of heroes, in the randomly generated map to explore,collect equipment and soul skills,in the infinite reincarnation to build the strongest team.

    Why similar: Idler 36.5%, Pixel Graphics 17.7%, Fantasy 15%, 2D 8.8%, Casual 8.2%

  23. #23 Ani Idle
    82% matchVery Positive86% of 66 reviews2025
    Dev: Ani Dev
    Windows

    Ani Idle is an Idle-like RPG in which you will have to fight a variety of enemies. Kill them, collect their loot, take a rest, do some quests and craft your gear to become more and more powerful.

    Why similar: Idler 47.7%, RPG 17.6%, Pixel Graphics 9.8%, Casual 8.5%, Fantasy 8.1%

  24. #24 World of Talesworth: Idle MMO Simulator
    83% matchMostly Positive70% of 441 reviews2022
    Dev: Talesworth Game Studio
    Windows
    Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 80.3 hrs≥1hr: 77%

    Explore new lands, slay monsters, gather loot and level up in this idle MMO simulation experience. Packed with unique and meaningful upgrades, moments of discovery, and gaming nostalgia, World of Talesworth is an homage to all our favorite RPGs.

    Why similar: Idler 34.2%, Simulation 13.3%, Pixel Graphics 11.3%, Loot 10.7%, Medieval 7.2%

  25. #25 Clicker Heroes
    81% matchVery Positive90% of 61,916 reviews2015
    Dev: Playsaurus
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 10.5 hrsMean: 164.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Click your way through hordes of monsters, earn gold, and recruit quirky heroes with powerful skills. Progress even while you're idle, and watch the numbers climb into the absurd. It’s a never-ending journey of clicks, crits, and colossal damage.

    Why similar: Idler 52.9%, 2D 9.6%, Fantasy 8.6%, Casual 8.2%, RPG 7.7%

  26. #26 Cobble: The Stone Forager
    80% matchVery Positive98% of 129 reviews2025
    Dev: Twenty LensesPub: DigiPen Institute of Technology
    Windows

    Gather resources and explore to help lost settlers build a new home in this relaxing, foraging RPG.

    Why similar: Nature 31.9%, Linear 10.7%, Relaxing 10.7%, Cute 9.8%, RPG 7.5%

  27. #27 Idle Pixel Fantasy
    78% matchMostly Positive79% of 767 reviews2025
    Dev: Max Ritters
    Windows
    Median: 6.2 hrsMean: 21.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    Recruit hard-working helpers and magical creatures that automatically collect gold and crystals. Unlock new levels, invest in stronger units, and work your way up to the powerful dragon boss at the top. A relaxing pixel-style idle clicker!

    Why similar: Pixel Graphics 30.4%, Idler 23.7%, Fantasy 18.3%, Casual 17.5%, 2D 7.7%

  28. #28 Duncrush
    78% matchVery Positive83% of 232 reviews2025
    Dev: Golden Pick Games
    Windows · Mac

    Duncrush is a clicker RPG where you defeat monsters by clicking and conquer a variety of dungeons. Collect gold, weapons, shields, and accessories to power up your hero and create your own strategy with the skill tree. Battle stronger enemies and clear challenging dungeons!

    Why similar: Idler 35%, Action Roguelike 17.8%, Pixel Graphics 12.5%, Fantasy 9.6%, Combat 8.9%

  29. #29 Desktop Survivors 98
    76% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 1,340 reviews2025
    Dev: Brandon Hesslau
    Windows
    Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 65%

    Desktop Survivors 98 is a chaotic roguelite dungeon crawler that unfolds right on your Desktop. Your cursor becomes the hero as you explore new rooms, battle relentless waves of enemies, and collect powerful new weapons.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 41.4%, Pixel Graphics 15.3%, Fantasy 10.8%, Casual 10.6%, 2D 10.5%

  30. #30 Hang up Street
    79% matchMixed64% of 53 reviews2025
    Dev: FoxGame
    Windows

    Build your vocational academy to turn adventurers into your idle heroes, liven up the deserted streets, and advance the levels together!

    Why similar: Idler 26%, Loot 25.2%, Side Scroller 9.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%, RPG 7.8%

  31. #31 Monsters Idle RPG
    79% matchMixed65% of 66 reviews2023
    Dev: Overaction Game Studio
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Monsters Idle RPG is a cozy and relaxing idle game where you collect monsters, deploy them in battles, gather resources, and sell them to earn profits! Explore Arcanium as you advance from a basic starter monster to your favorite companion by expanding your collection.

    Why similar: Idler 46.8%, Relaxing 14.5%, Simulation 12.2%, RPG 12%, Casual 7.8%

  32. #32 Ropuka's Idle Island
    73% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 3,937 reviews2025
    Dev: Moczan
    Windows
    Median: 49.6 hrsMean: 135.2 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    A cozy idle game that sits anywhere on your desktop. Watch the frog cut grass, upgrade his tools, and decorate the island while you work or relax.

    Why similar: Idler 36.7%, Nature 29.1%, Relaxing 14.6%, Cute 7.8%, Simulation 5.5%

  33. #33 dEskape
    77% matchMixed59% of 87 reviews2023
    Dev: The Evergloom Team
    Windows

    'dEskape' is a base-building game which sits across the bottom of your desktop allowing you to work, browse, or watch something else while you play. It's idle when you like and active when you want.

    Why similar: Idler 43%, Relaxing 11%, RPG 10.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%, Simulation 8.5%

  34. #34 Bloobs Adventure Idle
    75% matchVery Positive88% of 503 reviews2024
    Dev: Bloobs_Dev
    Windows
    Median: 47.4 hrsMean: 377.2 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    A massive RuneScape-inspired idle RPG built for serious long-term progression. Master 24 skills, conquer bosses, collect over 500 souls, and bank offline time to accelerate the game whenever you choose.

    Why similar: Idler 33.9%, RPG 18.8%, Casual 10.1%, Combat 8.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%

  35. #35 Idle Fields
    76% matchVery Positive81% of 94 reviews2024
    Dev: KotieDev
    Windows · Linux

    Idle Fields is an Idle Skilling Game. Grow crops, cut trees, fish, cook, purchase animals, mine, smith, and decorate your homes! Automate tasks with workers. Unlock all the achievements, level up to become richer, and complete it all!

    Why similar: Idler 28.3%, Nature 19.6%, Relaxing 9.7%, Linear 9.2%, Simulation 8.2%

  36. #36 Echoes of Vasteria
    75% matchMostly Positive71% of 55 reviews2025
    Dev: Blindsided Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Guide (and mostly watch) Caleb the ever-marching hero in a pixel-art auto-adventure that fuses idle-incremental depth with side-scrolling action. Complete tasks, harvest loot, and let the game’s rich graphs and stats tell the story of your endless run.

    Why similar: Idler 32.1%, Side Scroller 26.6%, Linear 9.1%, Relaxing 9.1%, Pixel Graphics 5.4%

  37. #37 Tiny Pasture
    71% matchVery Positive93% of 8,163 reviews2025
    Dev: CaveLiquidPub: Gamersky Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 26.5 hrsMean: 60.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Meet your new little desk buddies! They’ll snooze, scratch, and scamper around while you work or study (don’t worry, they’ve been trained not to invade your workspace). If you’re good at animal management, they will occupy the bottom of your screen with different kinds and colors!

    Why similar: Idler 29%, Nature 25.5%, Relaxing 10.9%, Cute 9.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%

  38. #38 Clicker Guardians
    74% matchMixed67% of 235 reviews2024
    Dev: Quantumfrog
    Windows
    Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 15.3 hrs≥1hr: 61%

    A true RPG clicker in which you need to loot, craft and refine your equipment to come out on top. Loyal guild members will help you along your mystical journey to defeat goblins, skeletons and adequately dressed frogs!

    Why similar: Idler 47.9%, RPG 16.2%, Fantasy 13.7%, Relaxing 9.8%, Casual 8.7%

  39. #39 Mini Healer
    73% matchVery Positive88% of 2,272 reviews2020
    Dev: Sad Doge
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 11.0 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    Mini Healer is a single player healing simulator/raid manager RPG with ARPG inspired deep character customization and itemization. Play as the healer in MMO inspired boss fights, acquire powerful items, and customize your party to your heart's content.

    Why similar: Loot 48.5%, Pixel Graphics 15.2%, RPG 12.7%, Fantasy 12.5%, 2D 6.1%

  40. #40 Forest Heroes
    71% matchVery Positive84% of 283 reviews2025
    Dev: Hoochoo Game Studios
    Windows · Mac

    Forest Heroes combines defense gameplay with roguelike deck-building. Enjoy intense battles and diverse strategies with simple controls!

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 24.5%, Side Scroller 22.3%, Combat 20.6%, 2D 10.3%, Casual 9.2%

  41. #41 Numgeon
    74% matchMostly Positive77% of 81 reviews2018
    Dev: FobTi interactive
    Windows

    Numgeon is tiny, retro styled, highly-addictive and fast paced casual clicker RPG. Click your way through the darkest dungeons with your mighty heroes! Slay the monsters, collect gold and gain new upgrades as you progress.

    Why similar: Side Scroller 17.5%, Action Roguelike 15.1%, Pixel Graphics 13.1%, Medieval 12.4%, RPG 10.9%

  42. #42 Rock and Stone
    72% matchMixed44% of 52 reviews2025
    Dev: Pinecone Studios
    Windows

    Rock and Stone is an idle background mining game where you play as a dwarf, mining rocks for valuable loot. You can sell your loot on the community market for profit or use it to get new gear and gold. Equip different gear—from common to legendary—to boost your stats and mine even more effectively.

    Why similar: Idler 34.8%, Loot 23.1%, RPG 12.7%, Fantasy 10%, Relaxing 8.7%

  43. #43 Knights and Dungeons
    73% matchMostly Positive77% of 136 reviews2020
    Dev: Kadragon
    Windows

    Knights and Dungeons is a single player game inspired by games like Clicker Heroes and other clickers.Knights and Dungeons is a clicker Idler game where your main goal is to defeat the enemies in the dungeon.and try to beat most levels as possible.

    Why similar: Idler 36.4%, Hack and Slash 18.9%, RPG 17%, Medieval 10.7%, Casual 9.6%

  44. #44 Sin Slayers: Meat & Greed
    71% matchMixed60% of 60 reviews2025
    Dev: Goonswarm Games
    Windows

    A chill idle-mining sim that lives on your desktop. Dig rocks, collect gems, buy upgrades, feed your greed, and uncover shiny surprises while you do other things.

    Why similar: Idler 42%, Loot 19%, Relaxing 9.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.5%, RPG 7.4%

  45. #45 Sit-Back Attack
    69% matchVery Positive81% of 93 reviews2025
    Dev: StapletonPub: DPSII
    Windows

    Conquer your free time with this Strategic Idle-RPG that grinds for you! Gathering unique loot, upgrading materials, and XP. Allowing you to jump straight into the fray by crafting equipment, leveling 60+ unique characters, taking on epic boss battles, and challenge an endless tower of difficulty!

    Why similar: Idler 31%, Loot 25.1%, Combat 10.5%, RPG 9.8%, Simulation 8.2%

  46. #46 Bard Idle
    68% matchMixed69% of 808 reviews2025
    Dev: Illegal Turtle 🐢
    Windows
    Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 157.8 hrs≥1hr: 71%

    Build a unique team, where each character has a random weapon, race and class. Strong combinations of heroes, enhanced by the ballad creation system and jelly dwarfs, will capture your adventure in history!

    Why similar: Idler 44.5%, Cute 12.7%, Pixel Graphics 12.2%, RPG 11.1%, Fantasy 10.4%

  47. #47 Hero Tale
    70% matchMixed69% of 413 reviews2024
    Dev: Weird Johnny Studio
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 55.8 hrsMean: 131.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Let Hero fight monsters while you do other things. Grind to gain experience and progress on the massive skill tree. Unlock new maps, drop the best loot and fight increasingly difficult enemies in medieval fantasy idle RPG.

    Why similar: Idler 30.3%, Loot 29.2%, Medieval 16.8%, RPG 8.7%, Fantasy 8.5%

  48. #48 Firestone – Idle Clicker Online RPG
    68% matchMostly Positive77% of 6,677 reviews2024
    Dev: Holyday Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 523.7 hrs≥1hr: 70%

    Chill out, your heroes got this! They’ll fight even when you’re offline. Pop back in for satisfying numbers going up, sweet rewards and easy level-ups. Unlock cool gear, & smack down epic bosses. Play idle or clicker - you’ll power up with no stress, just good times and infinite progression!

    Why similar: Idler 64.3%, RPG 12.4%, Casual 7.1%, Fantasy 6.4%, 2D 3.5%

  49. #49 Incremental Adventures
    70% matchMostly Positive78% of 810 reviews2020
    Dev: Gniller
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 15.8 hrsMean: 64.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    Lead your heroes in their neverending adventures! A minimalistic Idle game where combat is fully automated. It's up to you to make the most of that automation to reach extremely high numbers!

    Why similar: Idler 71.4%, RPG 13.7%, Combat 6.3%, Singleplayer 4.3%, Casual 3%

  50. #50 Identifile: Desktop Dungeon
    67% matchVery Positive94% of 154 reviews2025
    Dev: Gearbyte Games
    Windows

    Become the ultimate desktop cursor in a deeply infected operating system! Navigate folders like dungeon rooms, delete viruses, and level up with EXEs in this action-packed roguelike.

    Why similar: Loot 34.9%, Action Roguelike 27.1%, Pixel Graphics 15.3%, Cute 10.2%, 2D 6.9%

  51. #51 Desk Paws
    66% matchVery Positive91% of 527 reviews2025
    Dev: GinkgoGamesPub: Captcha Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 22.5 hrsMean: 76.2 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 39%, Relaxing 13.2%, Cute 13.1%, Pixel Graphics 12.5%, Simulation 8.2%

  52. #52 Nomad Idle
    68% matchMixed65% of 850 reviews2025
    Dev: The Fox Knocks
    Windows
    Median: 28.6 hrsMean: 63.0 hrs≥1hr: 97%

    Face waves of enemies automatically and create builds by distributing stat points, leveling up equipment, choosing passive skills, summons and more. An idle game about killing hordes of enemies, becoming stronger, and exploring an unfolding storyline. A spin-off of Nomad Survival.

    Why similar: Idler 50.4%, Combat 8.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.7%, Cute 8.3%, RPG 6.2%

  53. #53 Desktop Farm
    70% matchMostly Positive73% of 687 reviews2020
    Dev: 3dm_live_wallpapers
    Windows
    Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 51%

    Relaxing game where you can build your farm on your desktop. Your farm will be your interactive live wallpaper. Perfect to play in the background doing other things.

    Why similar: Simulation 41.7%, Cute 31.5%, Casual 25%, Singleplayer 1.8%

  54. #54 Idle Exorcism Hero
    69% matchMostly Positive72% of 110 reviews2023
    Dev: okyakusama
    Windows

    This is an idle turn-based combat game. While obtaining the best equipment, it doesn’t require too many operations.

    Why similar: Idler 55.1%, RPG 20%, Casual 9.7%, Cute 8.6%, 2D 5.3%

  55. #55 Yolk Heroes: A Long Tamago
    67% matchVery Positive91% of 773 reviews2024
    Dev: 14 Hours Productions
    Windows
    Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 44.0 hrs≥1hr: 74%

    Someone has to protect this realm... is it you? Become a guardian spirit and raise your very own Hero to stand against the Dark Lord.

    Why similar: Idler 38.5%, Relaxing 12.1%, Cute 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%, RPG 7.9%

  56. #56 DunHero
    66% matchVery Positive89% of 565 reviews2026
    Dev: Dev Kacper
    Windows · Linux

    DunHero is an Action Roguelike. Choose your class, level up and collect powerful items. Defeat bosses and free the world from evil in unique adventures. Play solo or with friends in up to 4-player co-op.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 25.5%, Linear 14.6%, Medieval 13.6%, RPG 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.8%

  57. #57 Idle Simple RPG
    69% matchMixed70% of 83 reviews2023
    Dev: okyakusama
    Windows

    A simple placement game, which only needs to set the role to fight, can achieve full automatic combat.

    Why similar: Idler 46.4%, Medieval 23.3%, RPG 12.3%, 2D 6%, Combat 5.9%

  58. #58 NETHER HEROES
    66% matchVery Positive90% of 759 reviews2024
    Dev: MitridanPub: Arakuma Studio
    Windows

    Immerse yourself in Nether Heroes, an intense action-platform roguelike game. Conquer challenging dungeons, face menacing creatures, and defeat powerful bosses on your epic adventure.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 33%, Linear 12.9%, Medieval 11.9%, Pixel Graphics 11%, Combat 7.4%

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