- #1 Craft Drill
97% matchMostly Positive79% of 29 reviews2026
Dev: Alex HK
Windows
Craft Drill - this mining simulator puts you in control of powerful drilling equipment, letting you explore mysterious mines and uncover hidden treasures.
Why similar: Simulation 37.8%, Idler 36.6%, Crafting 15.8%, 2D 6.7%, Indie 1.6%
- #2 Disgusting Puzzle 2
96% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2023
Dev: STuNT
Windows
Disgusting Puzzle 2 is a puzzle game designed for persons over 18 years old. The game is very simple, you have to collect a picture, which consists of 20 elements. With successful assembly a button will appear with the transition to the next level.
Why similar: Simulation 38.6%, Idler 35.6%, Puzzle 16.4%, 2D 6.5%, Indie 1.7%
- #3 Square Game
96% 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 45%, Simulation 43.5%, 2D 7.8%, Indie 1.9%, Singleplayer 1.7%
- #4 Radio Buddy
95% 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 37%, Simulation 35%, Family Friendly 11%, Relaxing 7.9%, 2D 6.6%
- #5 Lotto.exe
94% 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 44.3%, Simulation 43.9%, 2D 7.8%, Indie 2.1%, Singleplayer 1.9%
- #6 Molo's Revenge
93% 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 52.2%, Simulation 35.7%, 2D 8.8%, Indie 1.9%, Singleplayer 1.4%
- #7 Electro Idle
92% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: exagner
Windows
Idle puzzle in the style of electrical circuits. Rearrange the wires to increase your income
Why similar: Idler 46%, Simulation 17.9%, Puzzle 16.5%, Physics 12.7%, 2D 4.5%
- #8 Artifact - 3D puzzle
91% 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 42%, Idler 24.3%, Puzzle 10.1%, Physics 9.1%, Relaxing 7.8%
- #9 PetDoctor
90% matchMixed50% of 14 reviews2026
Dev: Viacheslav Drozdov
Windows
A cozy veterinary clinic simulator where you treat animals, expand your hospital, and build a trusted care center.
Why similar: Simulation 47.3%, Idler 41.7%, 2D 7.6%, Indie 1.9%, Singleplayer 1.4%
- #10 Idle Mall Simulator
91% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: PEGAX Studios
Windows
Build and expand your own shopping mall in this fun idle simulation game. Open new stores, increase your profits, keep customers happy, and turn your mall into a thriving business empire!
Why similar: Idler 50.5%, Simulation 39%, 2D 7%, Indie 1.9%, Singleplayer 1.7%
- #11 The Essence of Thievery
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Wearable Snake Studios
Windows
The Essence of Thievery is an incremental game with a focus on exploration, discovery, and travel. Command your thief underlings to discover, steal, and wield the power of Essences to push back the Silent Fog and save the world.
Why similar: Idler 52.7%, Simulation 26.7%, Puzzle 8.4%, 2D 7%, Indie 3.2%
- #12 ALife
89% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: KYS Games
Windows
A mysterious lifeform, ALife, survives by consuming ores. Watch their lives unfold—slow-paced and endearing. You cannot control or upgrade ALife. All you can do is observe and watch over them. Witness generations of ALife as they live their lives. Relax in a laid-back world with soothing BGM.
Why similar: Idler 37.8%, Simulation 36.8%, Relaxing 12.9%, Family Friendly 10.4%, Indie 1.4%
- #13 LaVonne's Bouncing Idle
87% matchMixed53% of 19 reviews2026
Dev: LaVonne
Windows
A satisfying physics-based idle game where you deploy an army of neon bouncing balls to obliterate geometric blocks. Buy crazy upgraded balls, level up your lab, and watch the numbers scale into infinity.
Why similar: Simulation 39.3%, Idler 37.6%, Physics 12.7%, Relaxing 7.1%, Indie 1.8%
- #14 Alchemy Mastery
86% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: Jakub Chmiel
Windows · Linux
A game where you take part in an immersive chemical laboratory simulation. Produce various mixtures using equipment and substances. Use mostly mouse controls to pour chemicals from vessel to vessel.
Why similar: Simulation 43.1%, Puzzle 18.6%, Crafting 17.5%, Physics 10.3%, 2D 7.4%
- #15 The Endless Village
86% matchMixed60% of 15 reviews2026
Dev: R.J. Brontsema
Windows
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 47.6%, Simulation 34%, Relaxing 6.9%, 2D 6.3%, Indie 4.2%
- #16 荒岛钓鱼记
85% matchPositive89% of 28 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 46.2%, Simulation 27.8%, 2D 8.6%, Relaxing 6.3%, Physics 6.3%
- #17 Fungiculture
84% matchMixed55% of 11 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 49.1%, Simulation 15.2%, Family Friendly 14.6%, 2D 8.9%, Relaxing 8.9%
- #18 Numenclature
84% 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 41.9%, Simulation 39%, Relaxing 12.4%, 2D 4.1%, Indie 1.6%
- #19 Baby Time Simulator
83% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: SakiwareG
Windows
Escape the busy daily grind and become a baby again! The ultimate game for recapturing the pure joy of babyhood that everyone has forgotten.
Why similar: Idler 45.5%, Simulation 30.6%, Physics 14.8%, 2D 4.8%, Indie 3.4%
- #20 开家小店
82% 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 54.5%, Simulation 35%, 2D 9.2%, Singleplayer 1.3%
- #21 Volden Idle
82% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: Moony GlowPub: Moony Glow Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Grind your way to 99 in this MMO inspired idle/clicking game!
Why similar: Idler 47.4%, Simulation 33.7%, Crafting 11.3%, 2D 6.3%, Singleplayer 1.3%
- #22 Plumbo
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ozzbit Games
Windows
A playful desktop companion that reacts to everything you do to him. Pet, toss, or annoy Plumbo... just don't push your luck.
Why similar: Idler 37.2%, Simulation 30.6%, Physics 11.8%, Family Friendly 8.1%, Relaxing 6.5%
- #23 My Chibi Friend
81% 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: Simulation 39.5%, Idler 36.5%, Relaxing 13.8%, 2D 5.8%, Indie 3.3%
- #24 Desktop Grass
79% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: WiWi
Windows
Grow grass on your taskbar so you don't have to go outside and touch grass.
Why similar: Idler 43.1%, Simulation 42.8%, Physics 12%, Singleplayer 2.1%
- #25 Reflectory
80% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: FkjahaPub: Fkjaha Games
Windows
An idle incremental game about bouncing balls that lives in the corner of your screen.
Why similar: Idler 41.3%, Simulation 32.8%, Relaxing 11.4%, Physics 8.9%, 2D 5%
- #26 Project Chromata
78% 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 46.5%, Simulation 41.9%, 2D 7.9%, Indie 2.1%, Singleplayer 1.5%
- #27 Clickstellar
78% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: Tom
Windows · Mac · Linux
Ignite a dying star and forge a galactic empire from a single tap. A cozy sci-fi idle clicker: harvest Energy, automate cosmic megastructures that earn while you sleep, then Ascend, collapse it all into Dark Matter and be reborn as a brand-new star.
Why similar: Idler 45.4%, Simulation 43.9%, 2D 7.3%, Indie 2%, Singleplayer 1.4%
- #28 Synapse Idle
79% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: PAVDUPPub: DEVDUP
Windows · Mac
Grow a 3D neural network from a single neuron. Workers haul energy along radiant paths, buildings amplify every passing signal, and a 100-node skill tree reshapes how your synapse evolves. A calm, incremental idle game about watching complexity bloom — tinted in whatever colors you choose.
Why similar: Idler 61.6%, Simulation 16.9%, Relaxing 16.9%, Singleplayer 2.3%, Indie 2.2%
- #29 Loading Screen Simulator
77% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: Blaze Games
Windows
Think the simulator games have gone too far? Yes, we do too. But we're willing to make that abyss even darker with Loading Screen Sim. Features randomly rotating loading screens with real-life and fantasy scenery, cool music, and even some interactive screens!
Why similar: Simulation 60.8%, Puzzle 25.6%, 2D 11.1%, Singleplayer 2.5%
- #30 Rotem
76% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2025
Dev: Guillaume Raphael Vanier
Windows
Rotem is a unique and challenging tile puzzle game featuring three distinct puzzle modes: Tile Rotator, Tile Swapper, and Rotem Puzzle. With 240 themed images, 20 ambient music tracks, and a variety of difficulty levels, test your logic and problem-solving skills.
Why similar: Simulation 45.5%, Puzzle 20.3%, Family Friendly 13.8%, 2D 8.8%, Relaxing 8.3%
- #31 Donut Land Clicker
77% matchMostly Negative25% of 12 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 37.9%, Simulation 36.6%, Family Friendly 10.9%, Relaxing 6.5%, 2D 5.6%
- #32 Melo's cat cafe
76% 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 49.1%, Simulation 46.9%, Indie 2.3%, Singleplayer 1.7%
- #33 Craft & Conquer
75% matchMixed65% of 23 reviews2024
Dev: LuckyGp
Windows
Craft & Conquer is a Free To Play Idle game that's full of weird art, a bunch of upgrades and many hours of content.
Why similar: Idler 44.7%, Simulation 23.9%, Crafting 19.4%, Relaxing 9.1%, Indie 1.7%
- #34 Cascadium
74% matchMostly Positive76% of 17 reviews2026
Dev: ABoxWithinABox
Windows
A simple idle game where you drop balls plinko-style to make money. Big number make head go brrrr.
Why similar: Idler 46.1%, Simulation 30.1%, Relaxing 12.3%, 2D 8.3%, Indie 1.9%
- #35 Punch Rock
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: lightlyhaunted
Windows · Mac
A casual idle survival game in a small window beside your work. Anne climbs a mountain in real time, a dog at her heel. Give her the day: forage, chop, mine, climb, or camp. Then get back to whatever you were doing. You cannot lose. She's further up every time you look.
Why similar: Idler 47.1%, Simulation 24.3%, Crafting 17.9%, Relaxing 8.5%, Indie 1.5%
- #36 ISLET GARDEN
73% 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 59.3%, Simulation 40.7%
- #37 Omniquarium
73% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: Xcess Games
Windows
Collect, grow, and sell exotic fish across 10 stunning aquarium tanks. Hatch egg packs, feed your fish, and build the ultimate aquarium in this relaxing idle collector.
Why similar: Idler 41.6%, Simulation 39.7%, Relaxing 8.3%, 2D 7.4%, Singleplayer 3%
- #38 Waste Cleaner
74% matchMixed50% of 18 reviews2017
Dev: Logic DroidPub: Alexandr Versebeliuc
Windows
Waste, what could be worse, but someone has to solve this problem? Use the liquid to flush out the debris, detect invisible obstacles, build up protrusions and get to inaccessible places. Find other possibilities for using fluid in a first-person logical game with fluid simulation.
Why similar: Simulation 52.4%, Puzzle 19.7%, Physics 17.8%, Indie 10.1%
- #39 BirdBalcony
73% 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 53.1%, Simulation 38.4%, 2D 5.3%, Indie 1.9%, Singleplayer 1.3%
- #40 Limits of intelligence
72% matchPositive87% of 23 reviews2024
Dev: MATTGRV
Windows
Create your own machine. Engineer it!
Why similar: Simulation 34.5%, Crafting 21.6%, Puzzle 13.8%, Physics 13.6%, Family Friendly 9.3%
- #41 HenapoLand
71% matchMostly Positive78% of 85 reviews2023
Dev: へなぽこや
Windows
The player is born in "Henapoland" as a pioneer lord. The objective is to find the golden land of "Jipongu". It is a free idle game!
Why similar: Simulation 42.6%, Idler 41.6%, 2D 7.2%, Crafting 6.4%, Singleplayer 1.3%
- #42 The Plus-One Kingdom
72% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: YDIVA Limited
Windows
In The Plus One Kingdom, you are the ruler of a fragile, crumbling domain. Time is relentless—1 real-world second equals 1 in-game day. Seasons change every 90 seconds. Winter is approaching, and if you’re unprepared, everyone will perish.
Why similar: Idler 53.9%, Simulation 39%, Indie 4.6%, Singleplayer 2.5%
- #43 Little Buddy
70% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2024
Dev: Panda Blade Software
Windows
Little Buddy is a casual pet simulation where you care for a virtual companion. Feed, play, and interact with Buddy while they wander around your screen. Designed to be played alongside other activities, it’s the perfect idle game to keep your little friend happy and healthy.
Why similar: Idler 37%, Crafting 18.2%, Simulation 17.7%, Relaxing 9.6%, Family Friendly 9.2%
- #44 Idle Toss: That Water Game
71% 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 42.1%, Simulation 37.5%, Relaxing 8.3%, Physics 8.2%, Indie 2.7%
- #45 Sophie's Cubes
71% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2020
Dev: Sophie Houlden
Windows · Mac · Linux
Create, scramble, and solve puzzle/magic cubes.
Why similar: Simulation 74.4%, Puzzle 21.7%, Indie 4%
- #46 Lightsaver
68% matchPositive93% of 14 reviews2026
Dev: Ichigo33
Windows · Mac
A free-to-play single-player 2D physics puzzle game where you rotate a light launcher and place water, glass, and mirrors to bend beams into a glowing door.
Why similar: Simulation 40.4%, Puzzle 26%, Physics 20.2%, 2D 9.8%, Indie 2.2%
- #47 Unbox your Workspace
68% matchPositive100% of 35 reviews2026
Dev: STARFALL STUDIO SRL
Windows
Unpack creativity and build your perfect workspace! Open boxes with furniture and decor, organize your setup, and create a functional, stylish environment that boosts comfort and productivity.
Why similar: Idler 35.3%, Simulation 35.2%, Relaxing 15.2%, Family Friendly 8.8%, Indie 4.4%
- #48 Storm
70% matchMixed68% of 106 reviews2013
Dev: Eko Software
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Take a deep breath and prepare for a tranquil journey through the seasons with Storm, an atmospheric, ethereal experience where you use natural phenomena to guide a simple seed to fertile soil so it can take root and spring to life.
Why similar: Simulation 65%, Puzzle 25.1%, Indie 9.8%
- #49 Pediluvium
68% matchPositive90% of 10 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 49.6%, Simulation 31%, Relaxing 15.2%, Indie 3.4%, Singleplayer 0.8%
- #50 Bouncemetry
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: kohlgames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Bouncemetry is a physics-based incremental game focused on geometric simulations. Unlock different scenarios, such as bouncing mechanics, glass shattering, and color filling, and run them simultaneously. Generate passive income and infinitely scale your simulation parameters through a skill tree.
Why similar: Idler 39.8%, Simulation 36.2%, Physics 9.2%, Relaxing 8.5%, 2D 4.5%
- #51 Fruit Box Idle
69% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: atype
Windows
Fruit in a box. Incremental fun. Setup your pegs and unlock new fruit on your way to maximum points.
Why similar: Idler 48.8%, Simulation 26.3%, Physics 15.9%, 2D 6.5%, Indie 1.6%
- #52 Failure simulator
69% matchPositive97% of 31 reviews2021
Dev: XXaLoserXX
Windows
Waste time like in real life, do absolutely nothing watch your screen while you wonder were did things go wrong in your life. A simulation game that you do nothing just look at your screen. A complete waste of time and money.
Why similar: Idler 52.1%, Simulation 32.8%, Relaxing 13.6%, Singleplayer 1.5%
- #53 Mushies!
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Maxwell Prehoda
Windows · Mac · Linux
Create a thriving mushroom village in this cozy incremental adventure. Gather spores, recruit companions, automate your settlement, and unlock powerful upgrades as your fungal home flourishes. How far will you take your shrooms?
Why similar: Idler 38.5%, Simulation 35%, Family Friendly 11.6%, 2D 7%, Relaxing 6%
- #54 Mining
66% matchMostly Positive76% of 339 reviews2025
Dev: MaiBaHe
Windows
Mining is a click game where you can click on the mining pile! In Banana, you can click on the heap to mine ore! Occasionally, you may drop a mineral. Come and play with us!
Why similar: Idler 58.9%, Crafting 14.6%, Relaxing 14.2%, 2D 8.9%, Indie 1.9%
- #55 The Witch's Cauldron Prologue
67% matchPositive86% of 22 reviews2023
Dev: Harvey games
Windows
The Witch's Cauldron is a narrative roguelike game about being a medieval witch. Grab your cauldron and get brewing. Love, curses, laughter, wisdom for sale! Do what thou wilt shall be the whole of the Law. At least before the inquisitors come around.
Why similar: Simulation 40.1%, Crafting 27.3%, Puzzle 15.3%, Relaxing 14.3%, Indie 1.9%
- #56 World of Talesworth: Idle MMO Simulator
67% matchMixed70% of 462 reviews2022
Dev: Talesworth Game Studio
Windows
Median: 7.1 hrsMean: 77.1 hrs≥1hr: 78%
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 43.9%, Simulation 35.4%, Crafting 11.1%, 2D 6%, Singleplayer 2%
- #57 Y2K Coin Pusher
66% matchMostly Positive75% of 28 reviews2026
Dev: Ink Ribbon Studios
Windows
Enjoy this 2000's inspired coin pusher game with 13 unlockable levels, each corresponding to their own song and vibe, all in delicious PS2 inspired graphics.
Why similar: Idler 44.7%, Simulation 43.9%, Relaxing 10.1%, Singleplayer 1.3%
- #58 Jump To Die 2 - Bloody Soul
67% matchMostly Positive73% of 55 reviews2020
Dev: WnMStudio
Windows
Watch them die.
Why similar: Simulation 72.9%, Idler 27.1%