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

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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.

Reviews: Mixed — 69% — of 413 reviews
Released: 2024-03-28
Developer: Weird Johnny Studio
Genres: Indie, RPG, Strategy
Platforms: Windows, Mac
Median playtime: 55.8 hrs
Mean playtime: 131.6 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 92%

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    97% 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 32.4%, Character Customization 16.8%, Roguelite 14.2%, Cartoony 11%, RPG 9.9%

  2. #2 Maktala: Slime Lootfest
    96% matchVery Positive81% of 1,092 reviews2025
    Dev: Samharia Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    An incremental game where you kill hordes of slimes and use their loot to become stronger and farm them. Collect powerful loot, master skills, and uncover tons of content.

    Why similar: Loot 32.4%, Idler 27%, Roguelite 14.2%, RPG 8.4%, Strategy 6.8%

  3. #3 Grim Clicker
    96% matchMostly Positive79% of 2,845 reviews2024
    Dev: EvilCharm Games
    Windows
    Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 83.4 hrs≥1hr: 76%

    Grim Clicker is an IDLE/RPG clicker where you will find your own strategy to explore the lost worlds. Inspired by games such as Diablo, Grim Dawn, Dark Souls, etc., the game features a complex character development, many unique items, active and passive playstyle.

    Why similar: Idler 31.8%, Inventory Management 22.7%, Character Customization 9.2%, RPG 9.1%, Dark Fantasy 6.9%

  4. #4 Dragon Cliff
    95% 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: Loot 31.1%, Idler 27.7%, RPG 14.4%, Dungeon Crawler 12.5%, Strategy 8.4%

  5. #5 Overlooting
    94% matchVery Positive81% of 1,351 reviews2025
    Dev: Posing Possums
    Windows
    Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Adapt your strategy to a skill tree that changes every run, combine pieces of equipment to form powerful synergies and create a game-changing build capable of defeating the bosses that will try to stop you. In this Inventory Management Roguelike two games never feel the same!

    Why similar: Loot 21.8%, Inventory Management 20.2%, Dungeon Crawler 16.2%, Roguelite 11.3%, Character Customization 9.8%

  6. #6 Megaloot
    94% matchMostly Positive72% of 3,968 reviews2024
    Dev: axiliratePub: Ravenage Games
    Windows
    Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 13.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Megaloot is an addictive Inventory Management Roguelike RPG, where meticulous loot management lets you create diverse and powerful builds for each run. With every new attempt, start from scratch and loot strategically to craft dominating setups and become the ultimate power hunter.

    Why similar: Loot 20.6%, Inventory Management 19.1%, Dungeon Crawler 15.4%, Roguelite 10.2%, Character Customization 9.8%

  7. #7 Nomad Idle
    92% 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 40.7%, Roguelite 20.9%, Character Customization 16.3%, Magic 7.8%, RPG 5.4%

  8. #8 Legends of Dragaea: Idle Dungeons
    91% matchVery Positive87% of 859 reviews2025
    Dev: Blast ProgrammingPub: GIGATANK 3000
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 16.9 hrsMean: 28.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    Legends of Dragaea: Idle Dungeons is a First Person Idle Dungeon Crawler with 6 unique races, robust combat, a grand saga spanning a continent full of unique dungeons, a classless skill system, and extensive guild management system to master as you uncover the secrets of the world of Dragaea!

    Why similar: Loot 19.8%, Idler 17.4%, Inventory Management 16.9%, Dungeon Crawler 14.1%, Character Customization 9.2%

  9. #9 Godsbane Idle
    93% matchMixed62% of 420 reviews
    Dev: MadJones
    Windows
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 159.1 hrs≥1hr: 65%

    Godsbane Idle is a fresh idle take on games such as path of exile. It combines the hunt for powerful loot with idle systems to guarantee your progress even if time is short that day. It tries to stray away from linear paths and offers multiple ways to customize your equipment, skills and even more.

    Why similar: Loot 27.3%, Idler 25.7%, Inventory Management 23.5%, Character Customization 13%, RPG 8.3%

  10. #10 Samawa Idle
    91% matchMixed66% of 590 reviews2023
    Dev: Samharia Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 27.7 hrsMean: 71.7 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Unleash the power of specialized towers to annihilate hordes of monsters in this idle game with roguelike elements. Collect gold, level up your towers, face powerful bosses, and refine your strategy with an evolving skill tree.

    Why similar: Idler 38.5%, Roguelite 21.6%, Character Customization 18.9%, RPG 10.8%, 2D 4.7%

  11. #11 Lootun
    89% matchVery Positive93% of 975 reviews2024
    Dev: ArrowSoftGames
    Windows
    Median: 24.7 hrsMean: 91.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Lootun is a Semi-Idle RPG with a strong focus on Character/Skill Progression, Item Hunting, and Inventory Management. Assemble a team of adventurers and send them off to clear missions while you Craft, Upgrade and Enchant the Loot!

    Why similar: Loot 42.2%, Inventory Management 23.1%, Idler 22.6%, RPG 8.9%, Singleplayer 1.7%

  12. #12 IdleTale
    90% matchMixed58% of 433 reviews2024
    Dev: Ed Grace
    Windows

    IdleTale is an incremental clicker RPG game. Kill enemies to gain Gold, use it to produce even more Gold while you're not playing and complete quests, explore dungeons, collect loot to gear up and improve your character with all the Talent trees and the further Ascension Upgrades!

    Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 23.1%, Inventory Management 23.1%, Medieval 16.2%, Dark Fantasy 15.7%, RPG 10.5%

  13. #13 Idle Hero TD - Tower Defense
    89% matchVery Positive83% of 1,068 reviews2024
    Dev: Swell Games LLC
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 169.0 hrs≥1hr: 72%

    Endless idle tower defense game full of deep strategy and combat mechanics. Unlock and upgrade dozens of epic fantasy heroes to defeat an infinite swarm of enemy monsters. Strategize hero positions, synergies, and skills for an effective defense, then sit back and let the auto-battler do its thing!

    Why similar: Idler 56.5%, Strategy 16.6%, Cartoony 15.1%, Fantasy 11.8%

  14. #14 PANOPTYCA : Idle RPG Manager
    88% matchMixed67% of 1,059 reviews2025
    Dev: Tesseract Studio
    Windows
    Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 33.2 hrs≥1hr: 65%

    Discover a new style of RPG management gameplay. Experience the fun of an idle RPG that blends an innovative four-view battle system with a deep hero-growth mechanic.

    Why similar: Idler 54.1%, Medieval 22.8%, RPG 8.9%, Indie 5.1%, Fantasy 5%

  15. #15 Wizard And Minion Idle
    87% matchVery Positive90% of 799 reviews2019
    Dev: Oni Gaming
    Windows
    Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 506.6 hrs≥1hr: 71%

    Train your stats, cast spells, feed your minion, defeat monsters and bosses, raise demons, craft gems, go fishing and so much more in Wizard and Minion Idle--WAMI. This free to play, solo developed, Idle/active hybrid game has flexible pacing for long-time play-ability.

    Why similar: Idler 46.7%, RPG 14.2%, Dark Fantasy 14%, Strategy 11.6%, 2D 5.6%

  16. #16 Loot of Baal
    86% 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: Loot 23.3%, Idler 22.4%, Inventory Management 17.5%, Medieval 11.9%, RPG 6.6%

  17. #17 World of Talesworth: Idle MMO Simulator
    86% 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 51.1%, Loot 18.1%, Medieval 11.2%, Fantasy 7.1%, 2D 5.6%

  18. #18 Ani Idle
    84% 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 43.4%, Character Customization 22.6%, RPG 17.2%, Fantasy 7.1%, 2D 5.3%

  19. #19 Duncrush
    84% 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 41%, Roguelite 20.3%, Magic 18.3%, Fantasy 11%, 2D 4.8%

  20. #20 Cave Heroes
    85% 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 32.1%, Loot 24.2%, RPG 12.3%, Strategy 11.1%, Magic 11%

  21. #21 Idle Slayer
    83% matchVery Positive85% of 10,157 reviews2020
    Dev: Pablo Leban
    Windows
    Median: 8.7 hrsMean: 100.5 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    Idle Slayer is an incremental game with idle and active playstyle mechanics, medieval pixel art visuals and retro 8-bit sounds and music.

    Why similar: Idler 64.1%, Medieval 14.2%, 2D 6%, Strategy 5.5%, RPG 4.3%

  22. #22 Firestone – Idle Clicker Online RPG
    82% 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 67.3%, RPG 13.9%, Fantasy 6.5%, Indie 4.5%, 2D 3.3%

  23. #23 Bard Idle
    81% 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 28.7%, Inventory Management 18.3%, Character Customization 15.3%, Magic 11.2%, RPG 7.7%

  24. #24 Hero's Quest
    82% matchVery Positive82% of 211 reviews2023
    Dev: Murilobast
    Windows · Mac

    Simple Roguelite RPG game with incremental progress

    Why similar: Roguelite 33.2%, Exploration 17.9%, RPG 16.3%, Fantasy 11.9%, 2D 8.2%

  25. #25 Refence
    80% matchMostly Positive79% of 140 reviews2025
    Dev: Muurou Tech
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Refence is a roguelite based idle defense game, where you can choose heroes and their traits, upgrade your castle, and manage resources to fend off enemies from the Demon Realm who are trying to attack your castle.

    Why similar: Idler 27.4%, Roguelite 16.8%, Medieval 15%, Magic 12.4%, Fantasy 7.2%

  26. #26 Idle Fairy Fantasy
    81% matchMostly Positive71% of 99 reviews2024
    Dev: okyakusamaPub: okyakusama
    Windows

    Class dark brush game, equipment driven, there are combat AIDS, liver can be placed

    Why similar: Loot 29.3%, Idler 27.4%, Dark Fantasy 11.8%, Magic 11.5%, RPG 7.8%

  27. #27 Idle Wizard
    79% matchVery Positive86% of 1,746 reviews2019
    Dev: TwoWizards
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 9.8 hrsMean: 231.0 hrs≥1hr: 77%

    RPG/Idle hybrid about becoming the most powerful wizard there is. Pick a class, get a pet, configure and improve your character in a myriad ways!

    Why similar: Idler 86.5%, Magic 5.4%, RPG 4.8%, Indie 3.3%

  28. #28 Idle Pixel Fantasy
    77% 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: Idler 36.9%, Fantasy 27.7%, Indie 21.1%, 2D 10.6%, Singleplayer 3.8%

  29. #29 IDLE BOSS RUSH
    78% matchMixed67% of 771 reviews2025
    Dev: Irid Games
    Windows
    Median: 20.9 hrsMean: 37.8 hrs≥1hr: 96%

    Slay giant bosses and turn the hollow wasteland into the almighty kingdom! Endlessly rewarding incremental game where you collect fountains of rare loot, unleash crazy combos and watch the monsters fall under your knees. Boss Rush that keeps on going when you're gone!

    Why similar: Idler 57.5%, Strategy 14.1%, RPG 13.4%, Fantasy 5.4%, Indie 4.8%

  30. #30 Dungeon Exiles
    78% matchMostly Positive76% of 115 reviews2024
    Dev: Gronkins
    Windows

    Conquer the darkness in Dungeon Exiles, an autobattler roguelike set in a dark fantasy world. Descend into the procedurally generated dungeon, level up, unlock synergies and acquire powerful items as you fight for survival and slay the bosses.

    Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 17.5%, Loot 16.5%, Roguelite 11.6%, Medieval 10.4%, Magic 8.1%

  31. #31 Grow Defense
    79% matchMostly Positive77% of 610 reviews2021
    Dev: SoftCowGames
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 74.7 hrs≥1hr: 77%

    Upgrade your Castle and Unlock new tiers of Skills and Weapons to Defend vs Monsters and Bosses across VARIOUS ZONES! Find Rare ITEMS dropped from monsters and bosses and upgrade them to their full potential! Defeat RAID Mega-Bosses to find LEGENDARY items!

    Why similar: Idler 65.9%, Cartoony 11.3%, Strategy 11.1%, Indie 7.8%, 2D 2.2%

  32. #32 Farmer Against Potatoes Idle
    75% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 7,884 reviews2024
    Dev: Oni Gaming
    Windows
    Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 249.6 hrs≥1hr: 74%

    Pick up your sword and fight off waves of Potatoes by upgrading your stats constantly, use Equipment, choose between different Classes, put your many Talents to good use, and so much more designed to keep you entertained for a long time.

    Why similar: Idler 56.5%, Inventory Management 40.3%, RPG 2.2%, Indie 1%

  33. #33 IdleOn
    74% 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 67.2%, Character Customization 14.7%, RPG 14.1%, Indie 4%

  34. #34 Your Chronicle
    77% matchMostly Positive80% of 2,545 reviews2021
    Dev: Samurai Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 9.7 hrsMean: 295.4 hrs≥1hr: 75%

    "Let's begin your own story." This is a text-based idle RPG game. There are already more than 3,000 unique story actions and it's still growing.

    Why similar: Idler 54.1%, RPG 18.2%, Medieval 10%, Magic 7.3%, Fantasy 5.9%

  35. #35 Lonely Knight - Idle Roguelike RPG
    75% 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 30.9%, Dungeon Crawler 27.3%, Medieval 14.5%, Magic 13%, Fantasy 8%

  36. #36 DPS IDLE
    76% matchMixed64% of 782 reviews2021
    Dev: YDKR
    Windows
    Median: 6.2 hrsMean: 118.2 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    Collect cards, upgrade cards, defeat monsters, join guilds and hire heroes. Raise your DPS!

    Why similar: Idler 65.9%, Fantasy 15.1%, Indie 5.7%, 2D 5.4%, Strategy 4.1%

  37. #37 Idle Land of Exile
    73% matchMostly Positive74% of 281 reviews2025
    Dev: 所以然Pub: Wise Games
    Windows

    Idle Land of Exile is a dark fantasy idle game. With four highly customizable classes, a massive talent tree, and deep gear systems, you can create countless unique builds. Enjoy hundreds of hours of gameplay! Join our official Discord: https://discord.gg/zFsRzDYyaY

    Why similar: Idler 40.7%, Medieval 20.1%, RPG 15.6%, Magic 9%, Dark Fantasy 8.3%

  38. #38 Dark Bestiary
    74% matchVery Positive89% of 523 reviews2020
    Dev: Qd
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 10.9 hrs≥1hr: 73%

    Dark Bestiary is a turn-based tactic game with RPG elements. The very core of the game consists of continuous and exciting battles with monsters rather than a deep story. So, you will have to explore a rich combat system and discover your character’s possibilities.

    Why similar: Loot 15.9%, Inventory Management 13.3%, Dungeon Crawler 12.2%, Dark Fantasy 12.1%, Character Customization 9.7%

  39. #39 PickCrafter
    73% matchVery Positive86% of 7,068 reviews2017
    Dev: Fiveamp
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 77.5 hrs≥1hr: 67%

    Conquer PickCrafter, the hit indie idle game! Break blocks, forge equipment, and collect powerful Pickaxes. Prestige to legendary tiers with the new Ascension Skill Tree. Discover biomes and battle epic bosses. Make meaningful choices and invent complex builds in this addictive endless adventure!

    Why similar: Idler 39.7%, Magic 17.2%, Fantasy 11.5%, RPG 9.6%, Strategy 8.4%

  40. #40 Idle Cave Miner
    72% matchVery Positive80% of 1,058 reviews2023
    Dev: Cold Hours
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 125.1 hrs≥1hr: 76%

    Idle Cave Miner is an idle game about crafting items, mining gems, and building your team of miners. Prestige, craft, and travel to other mines to increase your strength to dig deeper, and find what lurks below.

    Why similar: Idler 71.8%, Inventory Management 16.4%, 2D 9%, Indie 1.8%, Singleplayer 1%

  41. #41 Progress Game
    73% matchVery Positive92% of 339 reviews2020
    Dev: Grinning Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Experience Progress in its purest form as an Idle-Game!

    Why similar: Inventory Management 32%, Character Customization 19.8%, RPG 12.1%, Magic 10.5%, Medieval 8.1%

  42. #42 DPS IDLE 2
    72% matchMixed52% of 513 reviews2026
    Dev: YDKR
    Windows
    Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 48.4 hrs≥1hr: 71%

    The long awaited sequel to DPS Idle. Collect cards, upgrade cards, defeat monsters, join guilds and recruit heroes. DPS IDLE 2!

    Why similar: Idler 48.2%, Strategy 15.5%, Magic 12.3%, RPG 11.4%, Fantasy 4.8%

  43. #43 Legends of Dragaea: Idle Dungeons Prelude
    70% matchVery Positive90% of 146 reviews2025
    Dev: Blast ProgrammingPub: GIGATANK 3000
    Windows

    Legends of Dragaea: Idle Dungeons Prelude is a First Person Idle Dungeon Crawler with 6 unique races, robust combat, a grand saga spanning a continent full of unique dungeons, a classless skill system, and an extensive guild management system to master as you uncover the world of Dragaea!

    Why similar: Idler 18.8%, Loot 17.7%, Inventory Management 16.5%, Dungeon Crawler 14.2%, Magic 10.5%

  44. #44 Idle Cultivation
    71% matchVery Positive81% of 118 reviews2025
    Dev: Linmios
    Windows

    Idle towards Immortality! Ascend the cultivation stages to become immortal. Battle experts, monsters and mythological beasts. Draw talismans, craft powerful equipment and powerful pills to assist you in combat.

    Why similar: Idler 34.4%, Inventory Management 19.3%, RPG 16.4%, Loot 14.5%, Fantasy 9.8%

  45. #45 Journey to Incrementalia
    70% matchVery Positive88% of 879 reviews2024
    Dev: Adam Travers
    Windows
    Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 19.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Journey to Incrementalia is an active incremental auto-battler about a necromancer on a short quest. Cast diabolical spells, summon an army and open the gates of hell on your quest to break down 99 walls and reach the lost city of Incrementalia.

    Why similar: Idler 38.8%, Dark Fantasy 22.3%, Strategy 11.8%, RPG 11.4%, Fantasy 8.5%

  46. #46 Clicker Guardians
    71% 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 38.9%, Dungeon Crawler 20.4%, RPG 14.1%, Character Customization 12.7%, Fantasy 10.9%

  47. #47 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 31.2%, Loot 28.7%, Character Customization 10.6%, RPG 10.5%, Strategy 7.1%

  48. #48 Idle Monster TD
    71% matchMostly Positive72% of 841 reviews2021
    Dev: Swell Games LLC
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 164.6 hrs≥1hr: 74%

    An endless Tower Defense game of epic Monsters vs evil War Machines. Unlock and upgrade tons of unique elemental Monsters (Water, Air, Earth, and Fire) to defend your home from an infinite swarm of robots. Strategize the most effective placement of Monsters to synergize their elemental abilities.

    Why similar: Idler 57.8%, Strategy 17.5%, Fantasy 16.2%, 2D 7.7%, Singleplayer 0.7%

  49. #49 Nordicandia
    70% matchMixed68% of 631 reviews2022
    Dev: Garden of Dreams
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 42.6 hrs≥1hr: 62%

    A semi-idle action RPG with a deep and unique crafting system. Collect epic loot, craft and merge items, and level up your character to beat the World Bosses!

    Why similar: Idler 34.6%, Dungeon Crawler 31.3%, Magic 13.2%, RPG 9.6%, Fantasy 7.6%

  50. #50 Underquest
    67% matchVery Positive97% of 61 reviews2025
    Dev: Otherside Bay Studio
    Windows

    Fantasy story-driven roguelite with chaotic inventory management. Combine items in real-time to create powerful skills and use them in fast-paced combat. Explore randomly generated dungeons in the Underkingdom and discover the secrets of its inhabitants!

    Why similar: Inventory Management 25.7%, Dungeon Crawler 19.9%, Loot 14.9%, Roguelite 14.2%, Fantasy 7.4%

  51. #51 Mini Healer
    67% 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 24.7%, Dungeon Crawler 18.2%, Inventory Management 18.1%, Character Customization 12%, Magic 10.2%

  52. #52 Crusaders of the Lost Idols
    68% matchVery Positive83% of 3,032 reviews2015
    Dev: Codename Entertainment Inc.
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 383.6 hrs≥1hr: 69%

    Crusaders of the Lost Idols is an idle game of heroic awesomeness! Create a band of fighters to fight monsters, earn gold and create strategies for the perfect formations over multiple campaigns! Upgrade your heroes, collect unique gear, and unlock new Crusaders in regular new events.

    Why similar: Idler 34.8%, Fantasy 15.5%, Indie 14%, Strategy 13.3%, RPG 10.3%

  53. #53 Heros and Monsters: Idle Incremental
    68% matchMixed69% of 118 reviews2023
    Dev: Mathew Perry
    Windows

    Auto Battler, Incremental, Idle Game

    Why similar: Idler 45.9%, Medieval 26.4%, Strategy 10.6%, Fantasy 8.8%, 2D 5.9%

  54. #54 Dark Hunting Ground
    64% matchVery Positive94% of 757 reviews2025
    Dev: BingXPub: The Bueno Interactive
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 15.1 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    Hunt the monsters that swarm the Dark Hunting Ground, collect the spoils, develop your skills freely and wisely and fight to become the strongest hunter!

    Why similar: Loot 35.7%, Idler 29.1%, Dungeon Crawler 18.4%, RPG 8.5%, 2D 4.2%

  55. #55 Tower Walker: MMO Grind Simulator
    67% matchMostly Positive78% of 268 reviews2023
    Dev: Raptor Claw Games
    Windows

    Tower Walker is a fresh new type of addictive semi-idle auto-grinder rich with features, inspired by classic MMORPGS and RTS games with indirect control over your hero. The mysterious tower awaits!

    Why similar: Idler 34%, Loot 17%, Character Customization 15.7%, Magic 9.9%, RPG 8.8%

  56. #56 Cycle Idle RPG
    66% matchMixed69% of 242 reviews2025
    Dev: LeafcutterPub: Leafcutter Studios
    Windows

    An RPG where your character is constantly grinding - even when you're offline!

    Why similar: Idler 59.5%, RPG 23.3%, Fantasy 14%, Singleplayer 3.2%

  57. #57 Immortal IDLE
    66% matchMostly Positive70% of 84 reviews2025
    Dev: 伯乐Couple
    Windows

    This is an IDLE cultivation game. Rise from mortal to immortal! Explore a world inspired by Confucian, Buddhist, and Taoist traditions as you master swordplay, elemental magic, or Buddhist powers. Grow spirit crops, craft items, defeat monsters, and loot treasures. Your path to immortality awaits!

    Why similar: Idler 35.8%, Loot 33.2%, Strategy 13%, RPG 12.2%, 2D 2.9%

  58. #58 Rune Legacy Idle
    66% matchMixed59% of 123 reviews2025
    Dev: Mume Games
    Windows

    Rune Legacy Idle is a multiplayer fantasy game featuring idle mechanics. Battle mythical monsters, train various skills, and team up or challenge your friends to duels. Enjoy a never ending idle RPG experience.

    Why similar: Idler 45.4%, Medieval 22.9%, RPG 18.3%, Indie 7.7%, 2D 4.4%

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