- #1 Golden Stables - Horse Racing
97% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Animal Core
Windows
A realistic horse racing management simulation. Buy racehorses, train them, and send them to races with the right jockey. Hire staff, manage finances strategically, and fight your way up through authentic race classes with real distances and times.
Why similar: Horses 52.3% ★, Racing 23.8%, Management 14.3%, Strategy 6.8%, Resource Management 1.6%
- #2 Rapid Miner
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: HS Solution
Windows
Mine ores, upgrade your pickaxe, and race to hit the gold target! Rapid Miner combines fast-paced clicker mining with a desktop overlay Mini Mode. Clear stages for rewards, collect skins, and keep earning even while you work.
Why similar: Desktop Companion 100% ★, Casual 0%, Top-Down 0%, Strategy 0%, Resource Management 0%
- #3 Desktop Summoni: Maidy
96% matchPositive100% of 36 reviews2025
Dev: R.H. Industries
Windows
Maidy is your cute little interactive companion that runs around your desktop.
Why similar: Desktop Companion 92.8% ★, Casual 5.4%, 2D 1.5%, Singleplayer 0.3%
- #4 Microcorp
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: José Hernández
Windows
A desktop idler management simulator, where you are the CEO of a software company. Buy computers, place furniture, hire employees, buy upgrades, fire prompt engineers and much more. Or just focus on something else while your company revenue grows.
Why similar: Desktop Companion 85.8% ★, Management 13.1%, 2D 0.9%, Singleplayer 0.2%
- #5 LuluPaw
93% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: Qingdao Qilin Ark Network Technology Co.,Ltd.
Windows
No complicated goals, no stressful pace. Farming, dressing up, and companionship—a simple pastoral life, all starting with one fluffy Lulu Rabbit.
Why similar: Desktop Companion 94.2% ★, Casual 5.5%, Singleplayer 0.3%
- #6 Riding Out
95% matchMostly Negative36% of 176 reviews2016
Dev: UnexEvo
Windows
Riding Out is a new RPG (role play game) in a world in which everything revolves about horses! Explore the beautiful open world on the back of your horse, together with your friends. Experience exciting quests, build your own stable and create you own jumping courses, dressage competitions and race tracks.
Why similar: Horses 70.7% ★, Racing 29.3%
- #7 Starters Orders 7 Horse Racing
94% matchMostly Positive77% of 177 reviews2019
Dev: Strategic Designs Ltd.
Windows
Starters Orders 7 is the latest in the acclaimed horse racing management series from Strategic Designs Ltd. New features include in-depth breeding stats and lineage, realistic dynamic commentary, newspaper style race and form cards, new racecourses, old-school style betting shop race modes and more.
Why similar: Horses 56.7% ★, Racing 19.5%, Management 16%, Strategy 4.6%, Resource Management 2.1%
- #8 SLOW ORBIT: Idle Planet Conquest
92% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Friendly Bug Studio
Windows
Slow Orbit puts a tiny, self-running space war in the bottom corner of your screen. Leave your fleet to conquer planets while you do other things, then drop in to buy upgrades, pick promotions and take on tougher defenses.
Why similar: Desktop Companion 72.2% ★, Auto Battler 17.6%, Casual 4.3%, Strategy 4.2%, 2D 1.4%
- #9 Scrapborne
91% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: BODOSPub: Rock Paper Publisher
Windows
A Helldivers-inspired desktop overlay RPG where your actions shape the universe. Gear up in your bunker and join the galactic struggle from the corner of your screen. Impact the global economy, faction wars, and story. Adapt to World Events in a living, community-driven world.
Why similar: Desktop Companion 75.2% ★, Cyberpunk 14%, Casual 5.2%, Resource Management 3.9%, 2D 1.5%
- #10 CompaDesk
91% matchPositive100% of 10 reviews2026
Dev: tekler
Windows
A cozy desktop companion that lives in the corner of your screen. Feed it, earn its trust, and help it evolve into a powerful guardian whenever enemies attack.
Why similar: Desktop Companion 90.8% ★, Casual 7.4%, 2D 1.3%, Singleplayer 0.5%
- #11 Desktop Forge
90% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Nulpoyo
Windows
A tiny forge in the corner of your desktop. Quirky smiths gather materials and hammer out blades on their own. Hand one to a passing adventurer, or deliver it to a nation at war — your blade decides whether they live, calms the monster dens, and can change who rules a town.
Why similar: Desktop Companion 75.6% ★, Management 17.9%, Strategy 2.9%, Resource Management 2.8%, 2D 0.7%
- #12 Idle Hippodrome
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ahmet Alper AkınPub: Team Machiavelli
Windows
An idle desktop management game where you grow crops, craft feed, and raise horses at your own pace. Care for your farm, breed and train horses, and join asynchronous races against other players. Customize your stables, place bets on races, and earn gold while you work or relax.
Why similar: Desktop Companion 46.5% ★, Horses 34.5% ★, Management 9.8%, Strategy 3.2%, Resource Management 2.5%
- #13 Football AFK
88% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Happyland Games
Windows
The football management game that plays itself. It runs at the bottom of your screen while you live your life. Enjoy real team progression, make a few smart choices, and let the rest unfold without demanding your attention.
Why similar: Desktop Companion 71.5% ★, Management 16.9%, Strategy 5.6%, Casual 3.2%, Minimalist 1.9%
- #14 Let's Ride! Silver Buckle Stables
89% matchVery Positive96% of 115 reviews2022
Dev: Coresoft Inc.Pub: Cosmi Valusoft
Windows
Let’s Ride! Silver Buckle Stables challenges you to become the best horse rider you can be. Aim for the blue ribbon in barrel racing and agility, while taking care of prize horses in your very own stables.
Why similar: Horses 59.9% ★, Racing 24.8%, Management 10%, Casual 3.4%, Resource Management 1.7%
- #15 Literally Just A Rock
86% matchPositive100% of 15 reviews2026
Dev: HereMeOutKylePub: Doonamai, LLC
Windows
Literally a game that nobody wants. It is just a rock. Do not buy this game, and do not gift this game to your friends for any occasion whatsoever. It is pointless.
Why similar: Desktop Companion 93.7% ★, Casual 4.8%, 3D 1.2%, Singleplayer 0.3%
- #16 Blooby Idle
86% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: K-nette
Windows
BLOOBY Idle is a desktop idle game where BLOOBY fights endless waves of the Tumor to save the one she loves. Collect loot, upgrade your weapons, prestige and grow stronger while BLOOBY battles on your desktop as you work, browse or play.
Why similar: Desktop Companion 74.9% ★, Auto Battler 15.7%, Strategy 6.1%, Casual 2%, 2D 1.2%
- #17 S4NCTU4RY
85% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Sonamu Bros
Windows
S4NCTU4RY — a bar set in the heart of a cyberpunk city. Outside, the world is loud, exhausting, and never stops. Your job is to offer shelter from the chaos, and craft the one drink that makes people forget it all.
Why similar: Desktop Companion 54.7% ★, Cyberpunk 10.1%, Card Game 8.8%, Auto Battler 8.5%, Management 8.3%
- #18 Champion Trainer
84% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Shadow Games
Windows
The next level of horse racing sims. Genuine Thoroughbred lineages spanning over 300 years, 24 real UK/IRE courses featuring full race calendars, online head to heads, Mendelian and polygenic inheritance, Chef-de-Race dosage, Bruce Lowe families, nicks built from real-world race records... and more.
Why similar: Horses 51% ★, Racing 22.7%, Management 14.2%, Strategy 4.7%, Minimalist 3.8%
- #19 Paper Tower: Idle Overlay
84% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: InkolorGames
Windows
A desktop companion idle auto-battler in isometric 3D that sits in the corner of your screen while you do other things. Collect your loot, upgrade your tower and defeat endless waves of enemies.
Why similar: Desktop Companion 68.7% ★, Auto Battler 15.4%, Management 7.1%, Casual 4.1%, Animals 2.2% ★
- #20 Second Monitor Gladiators
83% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Tramvay Games
Windows
A lightweight gladiator auto-battler designed to be played or watched on a second monitor.
Why similar: Desktop Companion 63% ★, Auto Battler 15.9%, Management 12.5%, Casual 4.2%, PvE 2.3%
- #21 Chat Derby Desktop
82% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: GONGUNGAMES
Windows
Turn your typing into a race! Play solo or race friends in Steam online rooms, type Korean or English text, and collect cosmetic horse skins. Choose quick one-minute rounds or longer sessions in a compact desktop typing game.
Why similar: Desktop Companion 36.3% ★, Racing 34.3%, Horses 18.1% ★, Casual 5.6%, Minimalist 4.3%
- #22 Full Stride
79% matchMixed62% of 214 reviews2026
Dev: Blue Bullet Inc.
Windows
Full Stride is an authentic jockey racing game where you take on the role of a jockey and challenge the race.
Why similar: Horses 65.8% ★, Racing 32.8%, 3D 1%, Singleplayer 0.4%
- #23 Starters Orders Touch Horse Racing
81% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2024
Dev: Strategic Designs Ltd.
Windows
Starters Orders Touch now on desktop from www.startersorders.com! A brand new GUI and improved game play and the most advanced simulation engine to date cement Starters Orders as the No.1. horse racing management series.
Why similar: Horses 63.3% ★, Management 17.1%, Racing 12.2%, Strategy 3.3%, Resource Management 2.8%
- #24 Bookie
79% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Rainier Interactive
Windows
The horse racing roguelike, with cards. Bookie is a fast paced deckbuilder game, in which you build your own stable of horses and try to figure out which one will win the race. Manipulate the odds by modifying the cards and buying game-changing charms that will help you get all the trophies!
Why similar: Horses 40.1% ★, Racing 19.6%, Card Battler 11.1%, Card Game 10.7%, Strategy 5.5%
- #25 SUSHI PARADE
78% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: zawascript
Windows · Mac
Your own sushi bar. Running on your desktop, not in a window. Sushi drifts across your screen while you work — click one to collect it. From everyday maguro to uni and ankimo, 100+ kinds to find. Hire chefs, feed the regulars. Irasshaimase!
Why similar: Desktop Companion 95.1% ★, Casual 3.7%, 2D 1%, Singleplayer 0.2%
- #26 Tap Derby: Horse Racing
78% matchPositive92% of 38 reviews2025
Dev: Frost Warrior Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Tap Derby allows you to step into the shoes of a rookie horse trainer. Under the guidance of legendary trainer, Rusty Hayes, buy, train, race, and breed as you grow your stable. Conquer prestigious racing events and rise to Horse Racing Stardom.
Why similar: Horses 55.2% ★, Racing 22.1%, Management 13.2%, Strategy 5.4%, Casual 2.6%
- #27 Professor Simulator: Desktop Lab
76% matchVery Positive87% of 166 reviews2026
Dev: HCL
Windows · Mac
Professor Simulator: Desktop Lab is a semi-idle desktop simulation game about academic life. Keep a tiny lab in the corner of your screen while you work, study, or relax. Recruit graduate students, apply for research projects, publish papers, purchase equipment, and build your own research team.
Why similar: Desktop Companion 80.1% ★, Management 11.2%, Casual 5.9%, 2D 2.4%, Singleplayer 0.3%
- #28 Patsy's Retirement
77% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Kappatau Games
Windows
Patsy just retired, and she's spending it on a tiny island that lives on your desktop. Watch her water the flowers, feed the ducks and sweep the leaves at her own gentle pace while you work. Lend a hand with quick optional mini-games, grow her skills, and unlock 170+ cozy cosmetics.
Why similar: Desktop Companion 76% ★, Management 17.5%, Casual 4.8%, 3D 1.5%, Singleplayer 0.1%
- #29 Legends of Companion
77% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Rick VokerPub: Higher Source Studio
Windows
Legends of Companion is a strategic auto-battling ARPG roguelite where every choice is yours. Pick from 4 classes, build deep skill trees, forge loot, recruit a battle pet, and chart paths across diverse worlds. Master skills, gear, and team combos to turn one spark into an unstoppable legend.
Why similar: Desktop Companion 76.5% ★, Auto Battler 18%, Casual 5.3%, Singleplayer 0.3%
- #30 Pixel Quest: Guild
76% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: LV99 Studios
Windows
Your guild fights at the bottom of your screen. Hire heroes, merge them, take on bosses, collect Arcanas, call in your Steam friends, and see how deep you get before you ascend and start over.
Why similar: Desktop Companion 62.9% ★, Auto Battler 13.7%, Management 10.7%, Strategy 3.7%, Casual 3%
- #31 Champions Stable: Equestrian Dynasty
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Leonardo ProductionsPub: Leonardo Interactive
Windows
Champions Stable is the ultimate equestrian racing management experience. Train, breed, and race your champion across world-famous tracks. Form unforgettable bonds as you ride freely in an open world with stunning visuals.
Why similar: Horses 55.9% ★, Racing 17.7%, Management 16.7%, Resource Management 4.5%, Strategy 4.2%
- #32 Stupid horse channel
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Zizou
Windows
Bet on stupid horses, win stupid money! A single/multiplayer horse race betting game with insane synergistic skills!
Why similar: Horses 58.4% ★, Racing 38.5%, Top-Down 3%, Singleplayer 0.2%
- #33 Random Horse Derby
74% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2026
Dev: Kornux Games
Windows
A minimalist and automatic horse racing game. Choose between 5 horses to get as many victories as possible in order to climb the world leaderboard.
Why similar: Horses 55.9% ★, Racing 20.8%, Auto Battler 13.9%, Casual 4.4%, Animals 2.4% ★
- #34 Vending Corner
74% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Lambda Gameworks
Windows
A relaxing idle vending simulator that sits in the corner of your screen while you work, browse, or play.
Why similar: Desktop Companion 75.9% ★, Management 15.9%, Casual 4.1%, Resource Management 3.1%, 2D 0.9%
- #35 Pony World 3
81% matchMixed69% of 357 reviews2015
Dev: Rhema PressPub: Play sp. z o. o.
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 27.6 hrs≥1hr: 33%
Third installment to the very successful Pony World series features improved gameplay, cartoony 3D graphics and whole new, bigger and better Pony Town to explore, live in and form relationships. Socialize with other ponies, play with them and meet your beloved one.
Why similar: Horses 94.4% ★, Casual 5.3%, Singleplayer 0.3%
- #36 FLINTWILDE
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: RottenShark Studio
Windows
In the 1-Bit world of black and white pixels, Explore, fight and survive automatically - enjoy this tabletop Idle RPG featuring monster hunting and minimalist character building with ease.
Why similar: Desktop Companion 89.6% ★, Minimalist 6.2%, Casual 3.9%, Singleplayer 0.2%
- #37 Silks & Glory
73% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Muntasir Dawlut
Windows
Build your racing legacy in a premium horse racing game with a full single-player career, direct jockey gameplay, deep stable management, worldwide competition, online leagues, 2–4 player split-screen, and LAN multiplayer.
Why similar: Horses 51.9% ★, Racing 22.5%, Management 15.1%, Strategy 4.7%, Resource Management 3.7%
- #38 Ant
72% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Fruitdish
Windows
Build a living ant colony that can stay on your desktop while you work. Hatch unusual ants, place nest and food rooms, collect coins, and expand from a glass habitat into drawers, pipes, walls, roots, and the forgotten depths below.
Why similar: Desktop Companion 73.9% ★, Management 14.6%, Casual 4.2%, Resource Management 3.2%, Animals 3% ★
- #39 Card Corner
71% matchMostly Positive77% of 82 reviews2026
Dev: Conradical GamesPub: Assemble Entertainment
Windows
An idle poker game that sits in the corner of your screen while you do other things.
Why similar: Desktop Companion 77.9% ★, Card Game 11.6%, Deckbuilding 5.4%, Casual 4.6%, Singleplayer 0.5%
- #40 Jumpy Horse Show Jumping
71% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: Internet Reshenia LLC
Mac
Sport game. Design your own courses, choose horse breeds, develop your horse's skills, take on challenging show jumping competitions. Experience the excitement of equestrian sport as you ride, jump, and aim for victory in this immersive horse-riding simulation perfect for all horse enthusiasts.
Why similar: Horses 65.9% ★, Racing 33.8%, Singleplayer 0.2%
- #41 Idle Times
72% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Outside In Print
Windows
Idle Times is a thoughtful desktop companion made by one developer. Keep Bob company in Full, Mini, or Pet Desk mode as he files illustrated cartoons to an original lo-fi OST, with new free editions added every week.
Why similar: Desktop Companion 91.8% ★, Casual 6.6%, 2D 1.3%, Singleplayer 0.3%
- #42 Bibi & Tina – Ready, Set, Ride!
70% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2026
Dev: Korion InteractivePub: Markt+Technik Verlag GmbH
Windows
A summer full of friendship, tournament excitement and horse-filled happiness: Ride with Bibi, Tina and Alex as they compete for the cup, stand together against unfair rivals – and dive into varied horse-riding adventures. Action-packed carriage races are among the special highlights.
Why similar: Horses 70% ★, Racing 23.2%, Animals 5.1% ★, 3D 1.4%, Singleplayer 0.3%
- #43 Kawaii Evolution Clicker: Desktop Edition
71% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Tea & Cake Games
Windows
Ultimate anime idle game! Click, collect, and merge adorable anime girls to unlock completely new evolutions. From classic anime schoolgirls and maids to pure Tsundere and dangerous Yandere — become their Senpai and unlock every beautiful location!
Why similar: Desktop Companion 91.7% ★, Casual 6.6%, 2D 1.4%, Singleplayer 0.2%
- #44 Horse Racing Manager
70% matchVery Positive89% of 218 reviews2025
Dev: Sheep Meadow Road Games
Windows · Mac
Manage your own horse racing stables, breed and train future champions. Compete across diverse tracks, balance finances, manage staff, and expand your reach in the world of horse racing. Turn ambition into legacy, one choice at a time.
Why similar: Horses 53.3% ★, Racing 20.8%, Management 15.9%, Strategy 5.6%, Resource Management 3.1%
- #45 Desktop Mark
73% matchVery Positive87% of 102 reviews2023
Dev: coding398
Windows · Linux
Desktop Mark is a simple minigame-centric idler revolving around the silly character of Mark, a smiley that bounces all around your screen. Every so often, Mark hits the corner and prompts you to procrastinate & have some fun with Mark.
Why similar: Desktop Companion 89.6% ★, Casual 4.9%, Minimalist 4.1%, 2D 1.2%, Singleplayer 0.2%
- #46 Galacto
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Guillermo
Windows
A cozy idle game that lives at the bottom of your screen. Run a space gas station, refuel ships, hire bots, chain combo for fat payouts, and rebuild an outpost into the busiest stop in the galaxy!
Why similar: Desktop Companion 75.4% ★, Management 15%, Casual 3.4%, Strategy 2.7%, Resource Management 2.6%
- #47 Stablemasters
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Stablemasters Team
Windows
Stablemasters is an in-depth horse breeding and stable management game where you can build your dream stable alone or with up to 3 friends. Breed for greatness, explore the kingdom and prepare for the Royal Tournament.
Why similar: Horses 68.6% ★, Management 19.1%, Strategy 6%, Resource Management 5.2%, 2D 0.9%
- #48 Desktop Defender
67% matchVery Positive93% of 1,840 reviews2025
Dev: Conradical GamesPub: Poysky Productions
Windows
Median: 24.8 hrsMean: 53.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%
An idle auto-battler that sits in the corner of your screen while you do other things.
Why similar: Desktop Companion 72.5% ★, Auto Battler 17.3%, Casual 3.7%, Top-Down 3.4%, PvE 2%
- #49 Horse Reality
69% matchNo user reviews2028
Dev: Studio Deloryan
Windows · Mac
Join a thriving community in this realistic horse breeding sim! Collect 30+ breeds, breed unique foals, train champions, manage your estate, and compete or trade with real players. Discover over 500 billion possible genetic combos with our realistic genetics system!
Why similar: Horses 61% ★, Management 17.7%, Trading Card Game 13.5% ★, Resource Management 3.3%, 2D 1.7%
- #50 Chill Fishing
67% matchPositive87% of 45 reviews2026
Dev: R.H. Industries
Windows
Chill Fishing is the ultimate laid-back desktop fishing experience!
Why similar: Desktop Companion 92% ★, Casual 5.5%, 2D 2%, Singleplayer 0.5%
- #51 Horse Farm Simulator
69% matchMixed67% of 54 reviews2025
Dev: Glow Egg Games
Windows
Manage your own horse farm; feed and take care of your horses, and interact with your customers. Enjoy riding horses, participate in races, or experience farming by planting crops in your fields. Additionally, run your café to earn income and expand your farm.
Why similar: Horses 67% ★, Management 18.7%, Racing 7.5%, Casual 5.1%, 3D 1.3%
- #52 JOCKEY RISING: BLOODLINE
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Den Spade
Windows
JOCKEY RISING: BLOODLINE is a jockey life sim with deck-building races. Start at 18 as a rookie, ride and raise horses at your family stable, breed your own bloodline, then retire and pass the stable and its legacy to your child.
Why similar: Horses 35.7% ★, Racing 31.7%, Card Game 13%, Management 12.2%, Strategy 3.8%
- #53 Horsey Jump
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Carrara Games
Windows
Horsey Jump is a game designed for those that are young or young at heart. You start with 3 lives. If you run into an obstacle you will lose a life. Collect coins to earn back a life. If you lose all 3 lives then you will have to start over. Choose from 5 horses. Use the space bar to jump the horse.
Why similar: Horses 85.4% ★, Casual 7.9%, Strategy 6.3%, Singleplayer 0.4%
- #54 Your Furry Mother
64% matchPositive84% of 32 reviews2026
Dev: Beloved Son
Windows
Bring your favorite fluffy mommy straight to your desktop and keep her close while you work, browse the internet, or heroically pretend to be busy. Talk to her through your microphone - and she will answer in her own voice. Yes, exactly. Almost like the real mother. Almost.
Why similar: Desktop Companion 92% ★, Casual 5.2%, 3D 2.4%, Singleplayer 0.4%
- #55 Amber: By Your Side
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: CosmosRaven
Windows
Amber is an AI companion for your Windows desktop. Talk to her by text or voice, pick up past conversations, and hear her expressive replies. Use our Built-in Online AI or connect your own compatible AI API.
Why similar: Desktop Companion 87.3% ★, Cyberpunk 6.1%, Casual 4.9%, 3D 1.4%, Singleplayer 0.3%
- #56 Chippu
65% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2026
Dev: Sharuu
Windows
A cozy desktop companion that lives on your screen! Collecting items and keeping you company while you work, study, or chill. Feed, pet, personalize, and play with your new friend!
Why similar: Desktop Companion 92.4% ★, Casual 4.6%, Resource Management 2.8%, Singleplayer 0.2%