- #1 Idle Clans
97% matchMostly Positive74% of 1,486 reviews2023
Dev: Isam Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 8.8 hrsMean: 261.3 hrs≥1hr: 71%
Idle Clans is a multiplayer idle game that combines the classic MMORPG experience with simplified gameplay and less time commitment. Features include a player-driven economy, PvE, trading, quests, crafting and opportunities to play, socialize and collaborate with other players.
Why similar: MMORPG 34.1% ★, Idler 27.8%, Crafting 10.3%, Massively Multiplayer 7.2%, PvE 5.1%
Why You'll Like It: It is the closest experience to the seed game, featuring a strong focus on multiplayer social interaction, skill leveling, and a player-driven economy.
- #2 Melvor Idle
96% matchVery Positive90% of 15,655 reviews2021
Dev: Games by MalcsPub: Jagex Ltd
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 50.7 hrsMean: 366.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Inspired by RuneScape, Melvor Idle takes the core of what makes an adventure game so addictive and strips it down to its purest form! This is a feature-rich, idle/incremental game combining a distinctly familiar feel with a fresh gameplay experience. Maxing 20+ skills has never been more zen.
Why similar: Idler 59.7%, Crafting 14.7%, Combat 6.7%, Casual 5.8%, Minimalist 5.4%
Why You'll Like It: Widely considered the gold standard for skill-based idle RPGs, offering deep crafting and combat systems that mirror the progression of the seed game.
- #3 IdleOn
96% 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: MMORPG 33.8% ★, Idler 31.5%, Crafting 11.2%, Resource Management 8%, PvE 4.7%
Why You'll Like It: Combines traditional MMORPG elements with idle mechanics, allowing for complex character building and social engagement.
- #4 Incremental Adventures
95% matchMostly Positive78% of 810 reviews2020
Dev: Gniller
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 15.8 hrsMean: 64.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Lead your heroes in their neverending adventures! A minimalistic Idle game where combat is fully automated. It's up to you to make the most of that automation to reach extremely high numbers!
Why similar: Idler 49.7%, Text-Based 28.7%, Minimalist 9.7%, Old School 4.2%, Combat 3.8%
Why You'll Like It: Features a minimalist, text-based interface that emphasizes deep progression and automation similar to the seed game.
- #5 Idle Skilling
94% matchMostly Positive71% of 2,338 reviews2022
Dev: Lavaflame2
Windows
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 96.6 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Idle Skilling is the ultimate Idle Game with years of content! Meant to be played for 5-10 minutes a day, you gradually unlock new skills like mining, fishing, pet breeding, crusading, potion-making, lab-research, construction, and more! With new updates coming, you'll never run out of stuff to do!
Why similar: Idler 42.7%, Resource Management 15.9%, PvE 15.1%, Crafting 14.8%, Casual 4.7%
Why You'll Like It: Offers an incredibly deep skill system and complex progression paths that will satisfy players looking for long-term optimization.
- #6 Shop Legends
94% matchMixed44% of 198 reviews2024
Dev: Cloudcade
Windows
Immerse yourself in an Idle Simulation Tycoon RPG like no other, where you are tasked with managing a thriving item shop, crafting legendary gear for customers, commanding mighty heroes to loot rare artifacts & blueprints all while challenging top-ranked shopkeepers in an epic business adventure!
Why similar: Trading 33.3% ★, Idler 19.5%, Crafting 15.5%, Economy 12.9%, Combat 7.9%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a deep simulation of crafting and store management that appeals to players who enjoy the economic side of idle games.
- #7 Shop Titans
93% matchMostly Positive78% of 17,716 reviews2020
Dev: Kabam Games, Inc.
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 179.4 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Shop Titans is the ultimate RPG shopkeeper simulation. Craft powerful equipment, stock your shop and sell to aspiring heroes… at a markup! Hire heroes and explore dungeons to gather valuable materials to craft with. There’s never a dull moment in the world of Shop Titans!
Why similar: Trading 30.8% ★, Idler 24.4%, Economy 14.4%, Crafting 14.2%, Resource Management 7.3%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses heavily on the crafting and economy management aspects that are central to the trading experience in Milky Way Idle.
- #8 Mist Legacy
92% matchMostly Positive73% of 1,559 reviews2022
Dev: Virtys
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 30.6 hrs≥1hr: 60%
Mist Legacy gives you a new way to experience the thrills and adventures of an MMORPG. Handcrafted by a small team of passionate developers, the game features an easy to play top-down world, turn-based combat and a skill-based progression system. Try our game for free. We hope you like it!
Why similar: MMORPG 47.8% ★, Crafting 17.9%, Resource Management 11.5%, PvE 8.6%, Massively Multiplayer 6.8%
Why You'll Like It: A unique MMORPG that incorporates turn-based combat and crafting, capturing the community-driven feel of the seed game.
- #9 Miners Settlement
91% matchMixed43% of 291 reviews2023
Dev: Funventure P.S.A
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 15.7 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Explore enchanting landscapes with unique pixel art graphics. Join a guild for thrilling adventures and epic battles. Cooperate to conquer dungeons and dragons. Trade in the Open Market, master professions, and create your build. Forge friendships and shape your destiny in our immersive RPG world!
Why similar: MMORPG 30.4% ★, Trading 25.9% ★, Idler 20.3%, Crafting 11.5%, PvE 7%
Why You'll Like It: Blends idle mechanics with dungeon crawling and social MMO features in a way that feels very familiar to the seed game.
- #10 Idle Wizard
91% 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 93.7%, Casual 5.1%, RPG 0.7%, Indie 0.5%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a complex, strategy-heavy idle experience with deep character customization and progression layers.
- #11 Heartwood Online
90% matchMixed69% of 3,249 reviews2023
Dev: E Bros
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 15.4 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Heartwood Online is a cross-platform free-to-play MMO. Explore a vast world filled with adventure where you choose your own path. Immerse yourself in crafting, trade, PvP & PvE battles, guilds, politics, and a thriving player economy.
Why similar: MMORPG 47.4% ★, Trading 22.2% ★, Crafting 11.2%, PvE 9.3%, Massively Multiplayer 6.5%
Why You'll Like It: A pixel-art MMORPG that emphasizes social interaction and RPG progression, perfect for players who enjoy the community aspect of the seed game.
- #12 Firestone – Idle Clicker Online RPG
89% 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 66.8%, MMORPG 10.7% ★, PvE 8.1%, Casual 7.4%, Fantasy 4.2%
Why You'll Like It: A multiplayer-focused idle RPG that features guild systems and cooperative combat.
- #13 Idle Research
89% matchVery Positive84% of 1,828 reviews2022
Dev: Considera Games LLCPub: Considera Core LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 10.9 hrsMean: 78.0 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Idle Research is an addictive, resource management, incremental game with both idle and active playstyles. Research and craft colorful Flasks and Tubes to earn as much Energy as possible! Big numbers guaranteed.
Why similar: Idler 44%, Crafting 16.8%, Resource Management 16.1%, Text-Based 15.7%, Minimalist 6.4%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a highly satisfying simulation and strategy loop focused on resource gathering and scientific progression.
- #14 Idle Cultivation
88% 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 42.5%, Crafting 16.1%, Casual 11.2%, Combat 9.6%, PvE 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: A casual RPG that uses idle mechanics to simulate the journey of a martial artist, featuring colorful progression systems.
- #15 Idle Champions of the Forgotten Realms
87% matchMostly Positive77% of 14,922 reviews2020
Dev: Codename Entertainment Inc.
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 389.1 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Idle Champions of the Forgotten Realms is a Dungeons & Dragons strategy management game uniting Champions from throughout the D&D multiverse into a grand adventure.
Why similar: Idler 77.7%, Fantasy 15.4%, Casual 4.6%, RPG 1.3%, Indie 0.5%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on party-based combat and strategic team building within an idle framework.
- #16 Cycle Idle RPG
86% 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 61.5%, Crafting 25.6%, Fantasy 9.5%, RPG 3.4%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on fantasy-themed crafting and character growth within a single-player idle framework.
- #17 Bard Idle
85% 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 57.6%, Resource Management 17.5%, Cute 14.2%, Fantasy 8.5%, RPG 2.2%
Why You'll Like It: Uses party-based auto-battling and strategic RPG elements to create an engaging, low-maintenance experience.
- #18 Eterspire
83% matchMostly Positive77% of 944 reviews2025
Dev: Stonehollow Workshop
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 57%
Eterspire is a true free-to-play, cross-platform MMORPG where your skill and dedication define your progression! Play on PC and Mobile with crossplay, join a friendly and active community, discover new content updates every two weeks, and explore a massive world full of charming characters.
Why similar: MMORPG 61.8% ★, Crafting 14%, Massively Multiplayer 8.6%, Fantasy 8.3%, Old School 5.7%
Why You'll Like It: An MMORPG that prioritizes social interaction and character progression, capturing the community-driven spirit of the seed game.
- #19 Koltera
84% matchMostly Positive71% of 163 reviews2023
Dev: Braymen
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 39.0 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Idle creature-collector, where you mine, train, breed, explore and more with your creatures. Discover all there is in the world of Koltera.
Why similar: Idler 37.4%, Economy 18%, Text-Based 17.5%, Cute 8%, Minimalist 5.8%
Why You'll Like It: Combines creature collection with idle RPG mechanics, offering a unique twist on the genre.
- #20 Merchant
84% matchMostly Positive78% of 596 reviews2018
Dev: Retora Games
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 27.6 hrs≥1hr: 64%
Merchant blends traditional RPG systems and tycoon style mechanics. No gems, no consumables, all purchases are DLC! Great for second screen gaming! Merchant reimagines the classic RPG experience from the perspective of a Merchant. Hire Heroes and Crafters to do your bidding for you.
Why similar: Crafting 69.9%, Casual 20.6%, RPG 7.6%, Indie 1.9%
Why You'll Like It: A classic crafting and trading simulator that rewards players for managing their economy and hero parties effectively.
- #21 Godsbane Idle
86% 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: Idler 51.5%, Resource Management 17.4%, Combat 14%, Crafting 10.1%, Casual 4.6%
Why You'll Like It: Centers on loot acquisition and RPG character building, providing a satisfying sense of progression through idle combat.
- #22 Idle Cave Miner
82% 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 45.9%, Crafting 24.5%, Resource Management 15.6%, Cute 9.2%, Casual 4.8%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on mining and crafting management, providing a steady stream of upgrades and progression.
- #23 Incremental Epic Hero 2
82% 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: MMORPG 44.2% ★, Idler 37%, Cute 10.1%, Fantasy 6.6%, RPG 1.6%
Why You'll Like It: A deep, automation-heavy RPG that features hack-and-slash combat and complex character stats.
- #24 Galaxy Idle Clicker
81% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,122 reviews2025
Dev: SoehnlePub: TimeLost Gaming
Windows
Median: 12.1 hrsMean: 333.3 hrs≥1hr: 71%
Embark on an interstellar journey with Galaxy Idle Clicker! Conquer galaxies, upgrade your spaceship, and face off against a myriad of enemy ships. With engaging minigames, powerful upgrades, GIC delivers an unparalleled idle space adventure. Join the cosmic conquest today and dominate the universe!
Why similar: Idler 61.4%, Resource Management 25.5%, Casual 8.3%, Old School 3.6%, Indie 1.1%
Why You'll Like It: A space-themed idle game that focuses on resource management and incremental expansion.
- #25 Magic Archery
77% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 7,620 reviews2024
Dev: Barribob
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 1.7 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Train a commoner to become the greatest archer in this short incremental game! Increase your stats, gather wealth from quests, buy upgrades, and infuse your arrows with magic.
Why similar: Idler 41.3%, Economy 20.8%, Resource Management 16.3%, Cute 8.5%, Fantasy 7.2%
- #26 World of Talesworth: Idle MMO Simulator
80% 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 63.4%, Crafting 19.4%, Cute 9.8%, Fantasy 5.7%, Adventure 1.1%
Why You'll Like It: A simulation-heavy idle game that mimics the feel of an MMO adventure in a single-player package.
- #27 Bloobs Adventure Idle
78% matchVery Positive88% of 503 reviews2024
Dev: Bloobs_Dev
Windows
Median: 47.4 hrsMean: 377.2 hrs≥1hr: 84%
A massive RuneScape-inspired idle RPG built for serious long-term progression. Master 24 skills, conquer bosses, collect over 500 souls, and bank offline time to accelerate the game whenever you choose.
Why similar: Idler 39.9%, Crafting 17.6%, Casual 12%, Resource Management 11%, Combat 9%
- #28 Nomad Idle
78% 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 45.2%, Crafting 24.2%, PvE 7.7%, Combat 6.9%, Cute 6.4%
Why You'll Like It: Features class-based progression and roguelite elements that keep the idle loop feeling fresh.
- #29 Idle Adventure
81% matchMixed65% of 441 reviews2018
Dev: zha7
Windows
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 51.8 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Idle Adventure is a text-based, multi-player online RPG game. Even without astonishing graphics or special effects, it can offer you countless hours of enjoyment.
Why similar: Text-Based 82.8%, RPG 10.5%, Indie 3.5%, Adventure 3.2%
Why You'll Like It: A casual, adventure-focused idle game that provides a straightforward and relaxing progression loop.
- #30 Idle Pins
79% matchMixed62% of 542 reviews2021
Dev: Arkshija
Windows
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 612.0 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Idle Pins is an Incremental game made by an Incremental addict for Incremental lovers. Over 250 Pins to collect and merge. Hundreds of upgrades, features and QoL. Enjoy one of the most rewarding 'grind' experience, now on Steam!
Why similar: Idler 36.7%, Economy 18.9%, Crafting 18.8%, Resource Management 15.4%, Fantasy 6%
Why You'll Like It: Utilizes auto-battler mechanics and RPG progression to create a unique, pinball-inspired idle experience.
- #31 DPS IDLE
79% 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 59.7%, Resource Management 15.8%, Fantasy 8.9%, Crafting 7.5%, Casual 7.4%
Why You'll Like It: Integrates card-game elements into an idle framework, offering a different strategic layer to the combat.
- #32 Idle Awakening: Mages Path
76% matchVery Positive80% of 163 reviews2025
Dev: Strange Matter Gaming
Windows
Embark on a journey of a fledgling mage. Start with nothing. Improve yourself, develop your skills through a vast tree, unlock upgrades, learn spells, gather resources, and craft unique items. Your progress never stops – it continues even while you're offline.
Why similar: Idler 53.2%, Resource Management 14.3%, Casual 13%, Text-Based 12.3%, Fantasy 5%
- #33 Idle Pixel Fantasy
75% 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: Economy 34.9%, Idler 25.8%, Casual 19.2%, Fantasy 12.6%, Old School 5.6%
- #34 Gaiadon: Eternal Quest
75% matchVery Positive80% of 241 reviews2024
Dev: nadukkon
Windows
Median: 7.3 hrsMean: 201.4 hrs≥1hr: 98%
An Epic Incremental/Idle RPG
Why similar: Idler 41.3%, Crafting 21.5%, PvE 14%, Combat 8.8%, Fantasy 6.1%
- #35 Idle Atomic
77% matchMixed61% of 456 reviews2021
Dev: Checkbox EntertainmentPub: Iron Horse Games
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 107.5 hrs≥1hr: 71%
Idle Atomic is an Incremental Idle RPG in a post-apocalyptic world. Level up skills, refine your salvaged materials and hunt mutant creatures to survive!
Why similar: Idler 50%, Crafting 23.3%, Resource Management 13.1%, PvE 6.8%, Combat 5.9%
- #36 RPG MO
76% matchMostly Positive79% of 2,944 reviews2015
Dev: Marxnet
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 54 minMean: 21.6 hrs≥1hr: 48%
RPG MO is a nostalgic MMORPG that reminds of Ultima and Runescape Classic.
Why similar: MMORPG 70.5% ★, Crafting 12.2%, Massively Multiplayer 11.3%, Fantasy 2.7%, RPG 2.4%
- #37 FANTATALE
74% matchMixed56% of 105 reviews2024
Dev: Teeny Studio Inc.
Windows
Battle, level up, and decorate freely—an endless fantasy adventure awaits
Why similar: MMORPG 37.4% ★, Idler 25%, Crafting 13.5%, Massively Multiplayer 5.5%, Fantasy 4.7%
- #38 Your Chronicle
74% 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 58.1%, Text-Based 34.5%, Fantasy 4.1%, RPG 2.8%, Adventure 0.4%
- #39 Ani Idle
73% 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 60.8%, Crafting 17.8%, Casual 10.9%, Fantasy 6.5%, RPG 3.4%
- #40 Idle Sphere
73% matchMixed49% of 314 reviews2024
Dev: Idle System, Inc.
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 61.9 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Stunning sphere-themed idle/incremental game. Experience simplicity's beauty.
Why similar: Idler 65.2%, Minimalist 12%, Fantasy 9.5%, PvE 8.8%, Resource Management 4.5%
- #41 Industry Idle
71% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,446 reviews2024
Dev: FishPondPub: Fish Pond Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 29.1 hrs≥1hr: 62%
Industry Idle is an idle game that combines factory building, resource management and market trading. Design & build your base, expand & scale up your productions, improve & optimize your economy. Plus all the incremental game goodies: offline earnings, prestige to unlock more powerful upgrades.
Why similar: Idler 39.8%, Economy 19.6%, Resource Management 18.4%, Crafting 15%, Minimalist 7.2%
- #42 Prosperous Universe
73% matchMostly Positive74% of 1,030 reviews2022
Dev: simulogics
Windows
In Prosperous Universe start your galactic empire by trading on the real-time market exchange with other real players. Build your 1st base from humble beginnings & watch as your business flourishes with complex supply chain strategies. Economics, politics & realism fuel this immersive business MMO.
Why similar: MMORPG 29.8% ★, Trading 28.5% ★, Economy 14.9%, Text-Based 11.4%, Resource Management 10.5%
- #43 Magic Research 2
71% matchVery Positive93% of 585 reviews2024
Dev: Maticolotto
Windows
Median: 17.0 hrsMean: 75.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Welcome to Magic Research 2, an incremental RPG from the creator of Magic Research. Learn countless spells, face powerful foes, and command a team of Wizards who can cast spells for you as you journey to find or create the Philosopher's Stone.
Why similar: Idler 38.8%, Text-Based 24.3%, Crafting 16.8%, Fantasy 6.7%, Minimalist 5.1%
- #44 CivIdle
70% matchMostly Positive75% of 974 reviews2025
Dev: FishPondPub: Fish Pond Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 79.6 hrs≥1hr: 71%
CivIdle is an idle/incremental game that allows you to lead your own civilization through thousands of years from ancient times to the modern era. Expand your territory, explore a vast tech tree, build various wonders, and trade with global players: empire must grow and numbers must go up!
Why similar: Idler 45.3%, Trading 38.5% ★, Resource Management 15.9%, Indie 0.4%
- #45 Wizard And Minion Idle
72% 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 84.4%, Casual 10.8%, RPG 3.7%, Indie 1.1%
- #46 BitCraft Online
68% matchMostly Positive74% of 3,304 reviews2025
Dev: Clockwork Laboratories, Inc.
Windows · Mac
Median: 11.8 hrsMean: 91.2 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Join thousands of players in a true single-world MMORPG. Carve out a cozy nook, master a player-driven economy, or band together to transform the ancient wilderness into thriving cities. From humble beginnings to legend, your choices matter - because in BitCraft, your actions shape our world.
Why similar: MMORPG 48% ★, Idler 29.2%, Crafting 13.2%, PvE 8.7%, RPG 0.9%
- #47 Factory Town Idle
69% matchVery Positive91% of 1,204 reviews2024
Dev: Erik Asmussen
Windows · Mac
Median: 13.3 hrsMean: 72.5 hrs≥1hr: 80%
An entire town builder experience packed into a living spreadsheet. Build housing, assign workers, then craft and sell a huge variety of items to level up your town and expand your civilization across the world!
Why similar: Idler 39.8%, Crafting 19.5%, Resource Management 17.2%, Minimalist 8.9%, Fantasy 7.3%
- #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 45.6%, Resource Management 15.3%, Combat 12.9%, Cute 10.4%, Fantasy 8.3%
- #49 PickCrafter
70% 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 41.6%, Crafting 23.8%, Resource Management 18.6%, Fantasy 7.9%, Casual 5.6%
- #50 Vacuum Warrior - Idle Game
69% matchVery Positive81% of 854 reviews2023
Dev: Benjamin StaugaardPub: Benzoft
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 100.9 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Vacuum Warrior is a Free to Play incremental idle game. Listen to the crisp crackle of dust and debris entering your vacuum as you vacuum ridiculous amounts of dust. Upgrade your vacuums, idle gains, and robot vacuums, earn achievements, and explore numerous locations in the Vacuum Warrior universe!
Why similar: Idler 65.8%, Casual 15.5%, Resource Management 10.5%, Minimalist 7.7%, Indie 0.5%
- #51 Koltera 2
67% matchMostly Positive79% of 124 reviews2026
Dev: Braymen
Windows
Gather resources, craft items, and grow a team of creatures in this relaxed incremental idle RPG. Automate your skills, send creatures on expeditions, and keep progressing even while offline.
Why similar: Idler 41%, Text-Based 16.3%, Crafting 15.2%, Cute 7.2%, Minimalist 6.2%
- #52 Crafting Idle Clicker
72% matchMixed49% of 899 reviews2020
Dev: Bling Bling Games GmbH
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 43.1 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Craft a complex production line, earn idle cash and become an industrial tycoon!
Why similar: Idler 64.4%, Economy 24%, Casual 10.6%, Indie 1.1%
- #53 Lootun
67% 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: Idler 57.1%, Crafting 39.7%, RPG 3.2%
- #54 Magic Research
68% matchVery Positive91% of 412 reviews2023
Dev: Maticolotto
Windows
Median: 24.4 hrsMean: 97.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Magic Research is a text-based incremental game about Magic. You are the headmaster of a newly-created institution of Magic. Will you be able to lead your school to win the prestigious Tournament of Magic?
Why similar: Idler 34.6%, Text-Based 20.4%, Resource Management 12.3%, Combat 9.5%, Crafting 9.1%
- #55 墨仙箓
66% matchNo user reviews86% of 66 reviews2026
Dev: Gixi
Windows
《墨仙箓》是一款融合修仙题材与多人社交的文字挂机游戏。在这里,你可随时放置修炼,于日常忙碌、工作学习中悄然成长,亦可与其他道友协作共闯秘境、交易资源、切磋较量。挂机历练途中,不仅可积累修为与法宝,更可能遭遇机缘事件,瞬间改变仙途命运!
Why similar: Trading 42.4% ★, Idler 37.7%, Text-Based 13.8%, Casual 4.4%, Massively Multiplayer 1.7%
- #56 Idle Hero TD - Tower Defense
67% 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 49.7%, Resource Management 16.2%, Combat 13.8%, Cute 7.1%, Fantasy 6.8%
- #57 PANOPTYCA : Idle RPG Manager
66% 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 61.6%, PvE 14.2%, Minimalist 12.9%, Combat 5.4%, Fantasy 3.7%
- #58 Clicker Guardians
68% 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 46%, Economy 19.2%, PvE 11%, Casual 8.4%, Fantasy 8.4%