- #1 Molo's Revenge
97% 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 43.7%, Simulation 27.7%, Casual 17.9%, 2D 7.1%, Singleplayer 1.9%
- #2 Melo's cat cafe
96% 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 38.6%, Simulation 34.3%, Casual 23%, Singleplayer 2.1%, Indie 2%
- #3 Chill Fishing
96% matchPositive94% of 17 reviews2026
Dev: R.H. Industries
Windows
Chill Fishing is the ultimate laid-back desktop fishing experience!
Why similar: Idler 36.2%, Simulation 32%, Casual 21.9%, 2D 6.2%, Singleplayer 2%
- #4 Project Chromata
95% matchMixed51% of 73 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 37.7%, Simulation 31.6%, Casual 20.8%, 2D 6.2%, Singleplayer 2%
- #5 Radio Buddy
94% match1 user reviews100% of 1 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 36.7%, Simulation 32.2%, Casual 21.6%, 2D 6.4%, Indie 1.7%
- #6 PetDoctor
93% match6 user reviews67% of 6 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 38.8%, Idler 36.8%, Casual 13.9%, 2D 6.5%, Singleplayer 2%
- #7 开家小店
94% 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 45.7%, Simulation 27.4%, Casual 17.7%, 2D 7.4%, Singleplayer 1.8%
- #8 ISLET GARDEN
92% matchPositive100% of 23 reviews2025
Dev: Ketopon Lab
Windows
「ISLET GARDEN」 is an idle game you can enjoy on your desktop. Plant vegetation on your island, and its residents will automatically gather resources for you. Use the resources you collect to upgrade and gradually adorn your island!
Why similar: Idler 48.3%, Simulation 30.8%, Casual 21%
- #9 Valehona Tap!
91% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2026
Dev: GamesNotToast
Windows
Tap your way through Valehona Tap! A 2D pixel tap and idle game, Impress your friends with high Prestige Levels and Goons Slain. Can you reach the boss?
Why similar: Simulation 40%, Idler 24.9%, Casual 24.3%, Indie 6.2%, 2D 4.7%
- #10 Square Game
91% 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 46%, Simulation 41.3%, 2D 7.8%, Singleplayer 2.8%, Indie 2.2%
- #11 你的小鸡鸡
90% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: hUoFaNPub: weewee
Windows
"Your Little Chick" is a casual desktop game that accompanies you. Your little Chick will move around the screen following your mouse.
Why similar: Simulation 36.6%, Idler 36%, Casual 24.7%, Singleplayer 2.7%
- #12 I Am Not A Robot
89% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2026
Dev: Nilapos
Windows
A short, incremental game where you solve Captchas and get a bot to automate this process.
Why similar: Idler 34.8%, Simulation 33.3%, Casual 22.3%, 2D 6%, Indie 1.8%
- #13 BirdBalcony
89% 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 44.8%, Simulation 30.1%, Casual 17.3%, 2D 4.3%, Singleplayer 1.8%
- #14 Desk Dino
88% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2025
Dev: SimpleDev
Windows
Some naughty pixel dinos run around on your computer desktop, being some good accompany while you're working, studying or relaxing. Feed them or play with them, it's on your mark. Don't worry, they won't bite. Enjoy your dino.
Why similar: Idler 52.3%, Casual 20.1%, Simulation 15%, 2D 8.6%, Singleplayer 2.2%
- #15 CacaClicker
86% match9 user reviews56% of 9 reviews2026
Dev: CacaClicker
Windows
The most absurd clicker on Steam! Click, produce, prestige, and dive into Corrupted Mode. Face bosses, challenge the casino, unlock 25 skins, 33 wallpapers, and dozens of achievements. A wacky universe for hundreds of hours of gameplay.
Why similar: Idler 34.5%, Simulation 24.9%, Casual 24.8%, 2D 8.6%, Indie 4%
- #16 Disgusting Puzzle 2
87% 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 40.5%, Idler 40.1%, Casual 8.1%, 2D 7.1%, Singleplayer 2.1%
- #17 Craft Drill
85% matchPositive91% of 23 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: Idler 44.4%, Simulation 42.7%, 2D 7.9%, Singleplayer 2.9%, Indie 2.2%
- #18 Split or Steal
86% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,204 reviews2020
Dev: Rootpew
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 40%
Have you ever wanted to devote your time and energy to amassing a small fortune, and then place total trust in a complete stranger to not steal it all away from you?
Why similar: Simulation 54.2%, Casual 33.6%, Idler 12.1%
- #19 Omniquarium
84% match1 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: Refract Studios
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 36.5%, Simulation 32.4%, Casual 20.7%, 2D 6.3%, Singleplayer 4.1%
- #20 Idle: Shuguang's Alchemy Store
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 曙炚工作室
Windows
Welcome to Idle Shuguang's Alchemy Store! This is a lighthearted and relaxing idle management game. You can leave it running in the corner of your screen to keep you company during work and study, allowing you to enjoy the peaceful pleasure of running a shop amid your busy life.
Why similar: Idler 54.6%, Casual 22.4%, Simulation 13.9%, 2D 5.2%, Singleplayer 3.9%
- #21 Ultraquarium
83% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Fusionnist
Windows
ULTRAQUARIUM is a casual aquarium sim that lets you create your own fish and decorations. Purchase fish, satisfy their needs and they shall repay you in kind. Want two Gregs? You can't have two Gregs.
Why similar: Idler 34.9%, Simulation 33.4%, Casual 22.4%, 2D 6%, Indie 1.7%
- #22 POWERCELL
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Julian Dietz
Windows
Relax and sit back as you create mesmerizing particle reactions and become a source of infinite power.
Why similar: Idler 34.9%, Simulation 33.4%, Casual 22.4%, 2D 6%, Indie 1.7%
- #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 33.7%, Idler 33.5%, Casual 22.5%, 2D 5.2%, Indie 3.3%
- #24 Roofgrown Life
78% matchPositive88% of 32 reviews2025
Dev: DD Dogs
Windows
Roofgrown Life is a cozy idle farming game. You can collect fruits in various regions, plant and harvest them, complete customer orders, upgrade your vehicles and house, and explore to unlock new points of interest on the map.
Why similar: Idler 46.6%, Simulation 29.6%, Casual 20.1%, Singleplayer 1.9%, Indie 1.8%
- #25 Y2K Coin Pusher
81% matchNo user reviews
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 39.5%, Simulation 35.1%, Casual 23.6%, Singleplayer 1.8%
- #26 Synapse Idle
80% 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 56.6%, Casual 23.3%, Simulation 14.4%, Singleplayer 3.4%, Indie 2.2%
- #27 clickbox
79% matchMixed59% of 22 reviews2020
Dev: Sokpop Collective
Windows · Mac
A tamagotchi-like growing game 🌱 Take care of a little box on your computer while doing something else!
Why similar: Simulation 48%, Casual 29.6%, Idler 14.9%, Indie 7.4%
- #28 The Essence of Thievery
79% 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 51.7%, Simulation 24.4%, Casual 10.8%, 2D 6.6%, Indie 3.4%
- #29 荒岛钓鱼记
75% matchPositive89% of 27 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 44.5%, Simulation 24.9%, Casual 16.5%, 2D 8%, Singleplayer 3.4%
- #30 MOAI 5: New Generation Collector’s Edition
78% matchMixed67% of 42 reviews2018
Dev: Toyman InteractivePub: ESDigital Games
Windows
Powerful magic is at your fingertips as you prepare for a ceremony that will protect your island home! Guide the young twins Hika-Ri and Kao-Ri as they go their separate ways on a journey that will culminate in a once-in-a-lifetime experience!
Why similar: Simulation 58.4%, Casual 37.8%, Singleplayer 3.8%
- #31 Wonderland on Desktop
75% matchPositive90% of 42 reviews2025
Dev: The Droplet StudioPub: AOE Plus
Windows
Wonderland on Desktop is a cozy farm sim idler game! The interface will locate at the bottom of your screen. Take care of your farm when working, studying, playing, experiencing the fun of multi threads! Cultivate magnificent thing on this little land on your screen!
Why similar: Idler 37.3%, Simulation 36.2%, Casual 24.3%, Singleplayer 2.3%
- #32 Penguin Hatchery
76% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2023
Dev: BroanaterPub: BA Development
Windows
Penguin Hatchery is a game about hatching penguins. Yeah, that's pretty much it. With the help of some clicking and some random things that sometimes make sense, sometimes don't you can begin to hatch penguin eggs and eventually hatch them at an insane rate!
Why similar: Simulation 34.5%, Idler 33.8%, Casual 23.1%, 2D 5.2%, Indie 1.8%
- #33 DesktopVivarium
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: If Game
Windows
Your computer desktop will no longer be just a static background, but a living, breathing ecosphere. You’ll watch plants and animals thrive as fish swim freely across your screen. In your downtime, you can feed the creatures, clean up their waste.
Why similar: Idler 45.7%, Simulation 32.3%, Casual 18.6%, Indie 1.7%, Singleplayer 1.7%
- #34 LaVonne's Bouncing Idle
74% matchMixed53% of 17 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: Idler 36.6%, Simulation 35.5%, Casual 23.8%, Singleplayer 2.2%, Indie 1.9%
- #35 Volden Idle
76% 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 45.2%, Simulation 29.9%, Casual 17.2%, 2D 5.8%, Singleplayer 1.9%
- #36 Axomorph Idle
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: AxoZap Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Axomorph Idle, an idle biogentics game about evolving an axolotl from a cell to an ultimate axolotl form. Journey through an idle adventure through growth, evolve, rebirth, and ascension stages. If you love numbers, or axolotls, this game might be it for you. Try it out today for free!
Why similar: Idler 43.8%, Simulation 30.8%, Casual 17.8%, 2D 4.4%, Singleplayer 1.6%
- #37 Lu[Idle]
74% matchMixed63% of 35 reviews2025
Dev: Joshua Sherrard
Windows · Linux
Lu[Idle] is an Incremental game with Idle and Clicker elements as well as pixel art visuals and music.
Why similar: Idler 45%, Simulation 27.5%, Casual 14%, 2D 7.7%, Indie 2.9%
- #38 Pixel Mart
73% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: Telric
Windows
Pixel Mart lets you live out your grocery store fantasy in a pixelated form. Starting with a can of questionable pasta that may be a few years out of date, you can stock and cashier your way to unlocking even more products, and dispensable employees to do the dirty work that you'd rather not do.
Why similar: Simulation 49.6%, Casual 33.4%, 2D 10.3%, Singleplayer 3.8%, Indie 2.9%
- #39 Cafe Dash: Cooking, Diner Game
72% matchVery Positive91% of 99 reviews2024
Dev: Friedegggames OUPub: Brightika, Inc.
Windows
🍽️🍕Your dream restaurants and cafes awaits! ❤️ Addictive levels and unique locations ✈️ Hours of entertainment in the time-management genre ⏰
Why similar: Simulation 61.7%, Casual 37.7%, 2D 0.5%, Singleplayer 0.1%
- #40 Numenclature
73% 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 40.4%, Simulation 35%, Casual 17.5%, 2D 3.8%, Indie 1.7%
- #41 Welcome to Bunny Farm
73% matchMostly Positive74% of 46 reviews2024
Dev: LetsunnyGames
Windows
Welcome to Bunny Farm is a tomato clock function idle game where you only need to click the 'Start Working' button and wait, as Bunny, your trusty employee, will take care of the farm for you. Other small animals may drop by for a visit; you can greet them, and who knows?
Why similar: Idler 35.1%, Simulation 33.2%, Casual 22.2%, 2D 6.1%, Indie 1.8%
- #42 Fungiculture
72% matchMixed60% of 10 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 47.8%, Casual 25.9%, Simulation 13.8%, 2D 8.3%, Indie 2.1%
- #43 Click And Adventure
71% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: day_dream
Windows
"Click and Adventure" is a relaxing, compact click-based idle game. Explore by clicking, consume health points to defeat various monsters, obtain treasure chests, unlock the encyclopedia, increase passive income, upgrade skills, unlock new maps, and defeat new monsters.
Why similar: Idler 42.7%, Casual 27.8%, Simulation 27.2%, Singleplayer 2.4%
- #44 Farm Tribe 2
70% matchPositive91% of 22 reviews2016
Dev: CrioGamesPub: BFG Entertainment
Windows
Help Annie build a farm and prepare for her wedding!
Why similar: Simulation 59.9%, Casual 40.1%
- #45 Battle Investment Master
71% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: forefinger
Windows
Two teams sent their own warriors to fight each other. The winner is the one who kills all the warriors of the other team. The Jockey Club provides betting on the team you support. Use your shrewd vision to earn more money!
Why similar: Idler 37%, Simulation 35.4%, Casual 23.7%, Indie 1.9%, Singleplayer 1.9%
- #46 Snake VR
70% match4 user reviews50% of 4 reviews2018
Dev: Reality Diversions, LLC.
Windows
This is a VR rendition of the classic game Snake!
Why similar: Simulation 59.9%, Casual 40.1%
- #47 Pixelscape: Oceans
69% matchVery Positive83% of 69 reviews2016
Dev: Hidden Nature Design
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Pixelscape: Oceans gives users the tools to sketch and build animated oceanscapes, and then fill them with a number of different sea creatures. Save, share, and download an unlimited amount of custom underwater content. The possibilities are as endless as the seas.
Why similar: Simulation 58.9%, Casual 41.1%
- #48 Float Gallery
69% matchMostly Positive74% of 22 reviews2017
Dev: Float Gallery
Windows
Float Gallery shows the work of artists working in the digital realm and supports aesthetic and cultural practice in virtual environments. By nature, we define ourselves as a global endeavor, resolving boarders and blending realities in the search of new forms of being, discourse and organization.
Why similar: Simulation 59%, Casual 41%
- #49 Fabulous Food Truck
70% matchMixed49% of 142 reviews2016
Dev: EnsenaSoft
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 98%
Fabulous Food Truck is an exciting time-management arcade game testing your skills and talent as Cook, Server and Manager of a busy food truck with a steady stream of demanding customers.
Why similar: Simulation 60%, Casual 40%
- #50 Masteroid
68% matchMostly Positive71% of 28 reviews2019
Dev: Narfox LLC
Windows
Warp into a busy galaxy with nothing but your wits and a tiny ship. Explore sectors, mine asteroids, take on faction missions, sell resources and upgrade your loadout. Earn the respect of a faction to unlock new weapons and ships.
Why similar: Simulation 60.6%, Casual 39.4%
- #51 Geek Resort
69% matchMixed58% of 12 reviews2016
Dev: Shinypix
Windows
The first tycoon game based on the geek universe!
Why similar: Simulation 60%, Casual 40%
- #52 Santa Tracker
68% matchPositive83% of 12 reviews2019
Dev: Onteca Ltd
Windows · Mac · Linux
The best way to track Santa on Steam! Read Santa's very own blog as he prepares for the big day and receive exclusive news stories from the North Pole. Use the Advent Calendar to find out where Santa has been spotted during the run up to Christmas. Is he working in the toy factory or going for a ride?
Why similar: Simulation 60.7%, Casual 39.3%
- #53 Block Assembly Simulator
71% matchNo user reviews2020
Dev: Lego Amigo
Windows
You can assembly blocks in this game. Create your own things with it!
Why similar: Simulation 61.7%, Casual 37.8%, Singleplayer 0.5%
- #54 MOAI 4: Terra Incognita Collector’s Edition
68% matchMostly Positive77% of 43 reviews2016
Dev: Toyman InteractivePub: ESDigital Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 98%
A vibrant and magical world bursting with adventure awaits the brave souls that undertake the Hero's journey to Terra Incognita! Don't delay; this incredible journey can begin today!
Why similar: Simulation 60.7%, Casual 39.3%
- #55 Dances with Butterflies VR
67% matchPositive81% of 26 reviews2019
Dev: Jonathan Robson
Windows
Conduct clouds of Monarch butterflies in the forests of Mexico.
Why similar: Simulation 61%, Casual 39%
- #56 Gloopy Edible Nubbins
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Jack Pangbourne
Windows · Mac · Linux
It's so great you made it! Welcome to the Gloopy Power Tower. You'll be in charge of managing your workers and undertaking research, supervised by the wonderful Daisy. (That's me!) Improve your power plant, hit quotas efficiently, and you may find yourself getting closer to her...? (Me, that is.)
Why similar: Idler 45.7%, Simulation 31.5%, Casual 14%, 2D 6%, Indie 1.5%
- #57 GE Neuro
67% matchMostly Positive73% of 49 reviews2016
Dev: Kite & Lightning
Windows
Take a journey through the mind of musician Reuben Wu whose real life brain data was scanned with an MRI to create this VR portal into the human brain. Created by Kite & Lightning in partnership with GE & AMD.
Why similar: Simulation 61%, Casual 39%
- #58 Hailey
67% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2018
Dev: Evan Veinotte
Windows
Hailey is a casual, Traditional Japanese themed puzzle game. The goal is to place all tiles onto the board while still adhering to the laws of game. Sounds simple, and it is, but the potential of depth that these mechanics allow is infinite.
Why similar: Simulation 58.7%, Casual 41.3%
- #59 Artifact - 3D puzzle
63% match5 user reviews100% of 5 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 41%, Idler 25.5%, Casual 24.9%, Indie 6.3%, Singleplayer 2.2%