- #1 Bonk
97% matchMostly Positive80% of 30 reviews2025
Dev: Charles Johnston
Windows
A casual musical idler. Ideal for background sounds while focusing on study or work.
Why similar: Idler 55%, Space 24.3%, Casual 15.4%, 2D 3.8%, Singleplayer 1.5%
- #2 Fate of Gun
96% match8 user reviews50% of 8 reviews2025
Dev: chunchunPub: bobo
Windows
Click 「PLAY」 to start. The PLAY button turns into FIRE. After clicking FIRE, the button is grayed out. You fire first. If it's a live round, you fail the game and this round ends. If it's a blank round, the pirate will continue to fire.
Why similar: Idler 37.4%, Tabletop 23%, Space 21%, Casual 14.5%, 2D 3.3%
- #3 Click for Humanity
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: zFhresh
Windows
Generate energy, and colonize the entire universe! Click for Humanity is an idle game. Start from Earth and take control of the entire solar system!
Why similar: Idler 58.4%, Space 19.8%, Casual 11.3%, Sci-fi 9.9%, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #4 Idle Dyson Swarm
95% matchMixed61% of 79 reviews2026
Dev: Blindsided Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Ever wanted a Dyson swarm of your own? Now you can have one with just a few clicks! Manage a solar empire, produce bots which will make solar panels for you. Send your panels to the sun to generate energy and sell that energy to make money which you can spend on even more bots!
Why similar: Idler 45.5%, Space 24.2%, Casual 8.5%, Story Rich 6.5%, Sci-fi 6.1%
- #5 CharaDiary
94% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2026
Dev: 黑黑
Windows
CharaDiary is a customizable idle character-raising game where players can shape characters, stories, and visual styles. Players can load official or player-made content packs, turning clicks, keystrokes, and everyday computer use into character growth.
Why similar: Idler 51.2%, Interactive Fiction 29.1%, Casual 18.7%, Singleplayer 1%
- #6 How To Grow a Black Hole
93% matchMostly Positive79% of 62 reviews2026
Dev: Desolation Digital
Windows
How To Grow a Black Hole is about... well... how to grow a black hole. Manage your black hole, feed it to gain mass, and prevent catastrophic collapses. Compete globally or against your friends to achieve the biggest black hole. Maybe you'll be #1.
Why similar: Idler 44.2%, Space 21.2%, Casual 15.7%, Sci-fi 9.1%, Realistic 8.1%
- #7 Idle Space Navy
94% matchMixed48% of 58 reviews2023
Dev: Phoenix Aura
Windows · Mac
A sci-fi idler. Upgrade your ships, get new items, and conquer the stars.
Why similar: Idler 50.7%, Space 17.6%, Casual 11.9%, Sci-fi 8.8%, Futuristic 6.8%
- #8 Merit Pet
92% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BitByDesign
Windows
Merit Pet is a pixel-style idle casual game where you earn karma by tapping a wooden fish. Unlock adorable characters, backgrounds, and mini-games like the lucky wheel and scratch cards. Auto-clicking makes it a perfect companion during work breaks and relaxing moments.
Why similar: Idler 56.4%, Tabletop 27.7%, Casual 11.1%, 2D 4%, Singleplayer 0.8%
- #9 Unnamed Space Idle
91% matchVery Positive93% of 4,230 reviews2023
Dev: SylvPub: Jdog Corp
Windows · Linux
Median: 10.5 hrsMean: 295.6 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Destroy endless waves of alien ships that have all but wiped out humanity in this long form, unfolding, sci-fi idle game. Customize your ship with different weapons and defenses to defeat specific enemy types and utilize a ton of different systems to increase your overall power.
Why similar: Idler 51.2%, Space 23.7%, Casual 9.6%, Sci-fi 7.6%, Futuristic 4.6%
- #10 Project Chromata
91% 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 52.9%, Casual 18.9%, Futuristic 12.1%, Story Rich 9.1%, 2D 4.4%
- #11 Fleet Summoner
89% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2025
Dev: Invocation Games
Windows
Control a fleet of ships to gather resources and survive endless waves of enemies. Purchase hundreds of upgrades across many skill trees, unlock new powerful ships, and push through higher and higher prestiges of enemies to reach the final boss.
Why similar: Idler 45.8%, Space 24.3%, Sci-fi 12%, Casual 11.5%, 2D 4.2%
- #12 Azimuth
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: TheRooklet
Windows
Construct colossal megastructures in this industrial, retro-futuristic idle game. Manage grid-based modules, explore exotic star systems, and unlock the secrets of reality through exploitation and optimization.
Why similar: Idler 44.3%, Space 28.8%, Sci-fi 12.7%, Casual 6.2%, Futuristic 4.7%
- #13 Supply Chain Idle
90% matchMostly Positive80% of 381 reviews2018
Dev: Upturn Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Build, link and upgrade factories to produce and sell products.
Why similar: Idler 80.5%, Casual 19.5%
- #14 开家小店
87% 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 65.1%, Casual 16.3%, Choices Matter 12.3%, 2D 5.3%, Singleplayer 1%
- #15 Orbitmine
85% matchVery Positive82% of 419 reviews2026
Dev: vibemaker1
Windows
Orbit a planet, fire your laser, and mine it to the core. Upgrade your ship and conquer seasonal hazards across four unique zones. A satisfying incremental mining game set in space.
Why similar: Space 35.4%, Idler 31.1%, Sci-fi 18.1%, Casual 9.9%, 2D 3%
- #16 Lil Planet Explorer
86% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Glowing Pillar Games
Windows
A cozy idle game that lives on your desktop. Watch a tiny astronaut explore 84 alien planets, collect resources, befriend strange creatures, and uncover a mystery hidden among the stars. Three playthroughs. Three perspectives. One truth.
Why similar: Idler 54.5%, Space 26.7%, Casual 14.5%, Story Rich 3.9%, Singleplayer 0.4%
- #17 Lazy Galaxy
88% matchMostly Positive79% of 204 reviews2018
Dev: Coldwild Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 19.6 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Lazy Galaxy is a mix between RTS and idle/clicker game. Lead an evil (albeit lazy) alien race to conquer the universe!
Why similar: Idler 65.5%, Space 17.6%, Casual 5.8%, Sci-fi 5.5%, Indie 2.4%
- #18 Galactic Simulator
84% matchMostly Positive75% of 44 reviews2025
Dev: PcZ Games
Windows · Mac
Galactic Simulator is a clicker game based on the Fermi Paradox and the Great Filter theory. Players can simulate the evolution of celestial bodies and civilizations in the galaxy from an observer's perspective. The game supports multiplayer mode. Create a unique galaxy with friends!
Why similar: Idler 37.6%, Space 23.4%, Immersive Sim 9.6%, Sci-fi 7.9%, Futuristic 7.1%
- #19 AsteroIdle
86% matchMostly Negative23% of 13 reviews2022
Dev: Avodhel
Windows
An asteroid mining based idle game. Travel in space and discover.
Why similar: Idler 45.1%, Space 25.3%, Casual 13.3%, Futuristic 5.6%, Sci-fi 5.5%
- #20 Outer Helix Idle
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ThaCouncilStudios
Windows
A 2D space-fishing idle RPG. Cast gravity lines into nebula-soaked planets, reel in bioluminescent leviathans, and run an automated drone fleet that earns credits while you sleep.
Why similar: Idler 59.7%, Sci-fi 13.5%, Casual 10.6%, Space 9.6%, 2D 2.6%
- #21 Kiki's Potion
82% matchNo user reviews0% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: 游少年工作室
Windows
This is a Windows desktop pet game where players can grow herbs and brew potions to earn money. The money can be used to upgrade features like the house, or to travel and collect souvenirs. In essence, the player's goal is to gather beautiful photo collectibles and expand their collection.
Why similar: Idler 48.4%, Tabletop 30%, Casual 19.2%, Indie 1.3%, Singleplayer 1%
- #22 Desktop Jinja
83% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Anisile
Windows
Build a personal shrine on your desktop—pray, draw fortunes, and receive gentle blessings each day.
Why similar: Idler 73.7%, Casual 17.4%, 2D 6.1%, Indie 1.6%, Singleplayer 1.3%
- #23 Black Hole Idle
82% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Furkan Ozbek
Windows · Mac
Start as a tiny black hole and grow by consuming asteroids, planets, and star systems. Automate your power, unlock upgrades, and devour the universe in this relaxing space idle incremental game.
Why similar: Idler 45.4%, Space 24.5%, Sci-fi 13%, Casual 10.9%, 2D 4.2%
- #24 StarShipdle
81% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: CapriGames
Windows
StarShipdle is an indie game that runs on your monitor while you do other stuff. You’ll be overseeing a spaceship as it explores the universe, managing upgrades, tracking progress, and following the story.
Why similar: Idler 38.9%, Space 23.1%, Interactive Fiction 14.2%, Sci-fi 13.1%, Futuristic 5.5%
- #25 Light 'Em
81% matchPositive81% of 16 reviews2025
Dev: Mina Pêcheux
Windows · Mac · Linux
The whole universe is at your mouse-clicks in this sci-fi idler game - make stars, make constellations, and make more power... to keep making more! Plus, you'll get to discover real constellations, or design your own :)
Why similar: Idler 47%, Space 27.4%, Casual 13.9%, Sci-fi 7.5%, 2D 3.6%
- #26 Desk Dino
80% 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 73.1%, Casual 18.2%, 2D 6%, Indie 1.5%, Singleplayer 1.2%
- #27 Idle: Shuguang's Alchemy Store
79% 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 74.5%, Casual 19.9%, 2D 3.6%, Singleplayer 2.1%
- #28 Molo's Revenge
79% 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 72.1%, Casual 19.1%, 2D 5.9%, Indie 1.6%, Singleplayer 1.2%
- #29 Gaia
77% matchPositive86% of 14 reviews2026
Dev: Joseph Sak
Windows
An incremental game with non-standard counting about creating life. Because there's nothing special about base 10.
Why similar: Idler 46.1%, Space 34.3%, Casual 14.6%, Indie 3.9%, Singleplayer 1.1%
- #30 IdleCore
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ZerothComplex
Windows
Protect your base from attack of thousands of aquatic creatures in this Idle tower defense. Earn credits by destroying enemies and spend your credits to upgrade your base with an array of weapons and defenses. Battle varied enemy types across diverse biomes.
Why similar: Idler 50%, Space 27.7%, Casual 19.9%, Indie 1.4%, Singleplayer 1.1%
- #31 Check in
78% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2024
Dev: Rescras
Windows
"Check in" is a pure collection-based game where there are no complex operations; completing all challenges simply requires checking in on different dates.
Why similar: Idler 66.6%, Casual 26.5%, Indie 5.1%, Singleplayer 1.8%
- #32 Synapse Idle
77% 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 76.2%, Casual 20.3%, Singleplayer 1.8%, Indie 1.6%
- #33 Outta Space
76% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Jebi Studio
Windows
Where is your cat flying right now? Outta Space is an idle game where a tiny cat explores the universe from your desktop corner. Every keystroke, every click fuels the spaceship. From the Moon, past the solar system, to distant stars. Come back and see how far your lovely cat has gone.
Why similar: Idler 62.6%, Space 23%, Casual 12.1%, 2D 2.2%
- #34 ShapeBlast
75% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: ShapeBlast
Windows
A calm, relaxing, and short idle game. Smash geometric enemies on the battlefield, collect resources, and unlock over 100 in-game talents.
Why similar: Idler 62.8%, Casual 26.5%, 2D 6.6%, Singleplayer 2.5%, Indie 1.7%
- #35 Quantum Break
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: morbo
Windows
A casual, incremental game about quantum physics. Break stuff, collect resources and deposit them for more than 300 upgrades! Build a quantum computer, achieve quantum tunneling and potentially save the cats in a box, just don't look inside of it!
Why similar: Idler 74.2%, Casual 18.7%, 2D 5.5%, Singleplayer 1.6%
- #36 Mine to Cosmos
75% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Phantom Realm
Windows
Smash drifting space rocks to harvest resources and snowball your way into obliterating ever-larger cosmic boulders in this addictive incremental game.
Why similar: Idler 49.5%, Space 23%, Casual 20%, 2D 4.3%, Indie 2.3%
- #37 I Lost Someone
74% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2024
Dev: Forget-Me-Not Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
The story of a father and son experiencing the ups and downs of life, and how they try to make the best of the twists and turns life puts them through
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 35.5%, Space 19.4%, Immersive Sim 19.1%, Casual 13.8%, Story Rich 6.7%
- #38 Deep Space Observatory
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: GetSky Games
Windows · Mac
An atmospheric short incremental game about deep space exploration. Gather scientific data, upgrade your observatory, and collect all the discoveries!
Why similar: Idler 49.4%, Space 28.6%, Casual 17.1%, 2D 2.8%, Indie 1.6%
- #39 blackhole simulator
73% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2025
Dev: lunatic studiosPub: lunatic publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Start as a small black hole suck up the galaxy and evolve into the legendary black hole!
Why similar: Idler 42.9%, Casual 18.1%, Space 17.4%, Sci-fi 8.8%, Futuristic 8.8%
- #40 Intelligence
71% matchVery Positive97% of 59 reviews2026
Dev: Zero Trick Pony games
Windows · Mac
A retro-sci-fi themed mystery investigation puzzle game. Search for clues across the solar system, gather intelligence using your cutting-edge investigation tools, and figure out what happened. When you find all 15 ships, you win!
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 42.1%, Space 25.4%, Casual 24.2%, 2D 5.5%, Indie 1.6%
- #41 Every Last Bit
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: QubitGames
Windows · Mac
An incremental arcade game about scanning files by collecting bits, bytes and Gigabytes. Can you collect Every Last Bit?
Why similar: Idler 68.2%, Casual 12.5%, Futuristic 7.8%, Choices Matter 5.5%, 2D 2.8%
- #42 Galaxy Idle Clicker
70% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,164 reviews2025
Dev: SoehnlePub: TimeLost Gaming
Windows
Median: 10.5 hrsMean: 364.7 hrs≥1hr: 70%
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 45%, Space 27.5%, Casual 8.1%, Choices Matter 7.2%, Sci-fi 7.2%
- #43 Papercut Art Gallery-Growth
72% matchVery Positive92% of 76 reviews2024
Dev: Catnip studio
Windows
An artistic puzzle game inspired by the art of papercutting. You'll need to piece together fragments of paper art to restore the museum's growth-themed artworks.
Why similar: Idler 52.7%, Casual 19.3%, Immersive Sim 19.1%, Choices Matter 4.6%, 2D 3.7%
- #44 JACKPOT 2
73% match3 user reviews33% of 3 reviews2023
Dev: gtgame
Windows
JACKPOT 2 is a casual game. After starting the game, it has three wheels to turn. When the wheel stops, the icon stopped at the winning line matches the winning pattern, and the player will get the winning amount indicated by the winning pattern.
Why similar: Idler 53.1%, Casual 20.9%, Tabletop 18.9%, 2D 4.6%, Indie 1.4%
- #45 Rise & Pop!
70% matchPositive100% of 27 reviews2025
Dev: HyperstasisGaming
Windows
Have you ever dreamed of tying balloons to little toys and watching them gently lift into the sky? Well, now you can! Unbox all kinds of balloons (hundreds of styles!), pick your favorite items—a radio, a suitcase, a piano, even a car?! —tie them down, send them floating...Ready to float away?
Why similar: Idler 61.8%, Tabletop 19.4%, Casual 16.1%, Singleplayer 1.4%, Indie 1.2%
- #46 Idle Dragon Realm
71% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: tianqianwuya
Windows
This is an adventure AFK game based on text and images, where you can recruit heroes and collect equipment to defeat the demon king. Cultivate unique custom heroes in the game, create exclusive equipment as the main gameplay, easily place to complete the main storyline, and there is also an endless.
Why similar: Idler 75.6%, Casual 13.2%, 2D 6.3%, Indie 2.6%, Singleplayer 2.3%
- #47 Supernova Idle
70% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Babaktin
Windows · Mac · Linux
Devour everything in your path, evolve your black hole into a cosmic monster, and unleash supernovas that reset the universe while permanently powering you up.
Why similar: Idler 57%, Space 18.9%, Sci-fi 9.3%, Casual 9.2%, 2D 4.8%
- #48 Star Charms
73% matchNo user reviews2023
Dev: Harmonic Wave Corp.
Windows
Think fast and click charms matching the color of a bouncing star. Idle away some time with this pretty and deceptively simple casual game.
Why similar: Idler 53%, Space 20.5%, Casual 19.5%, 2D 4.6%, Singleplayer 2.4%
- #49 Dumpling Squishy
69% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Fantastico Studio
Windows
Your desktop just got cozier. Tap the floating bamboo steamer, watch squishy dumplings tumble out and pile up across your screen, then collect all 50, from common to legendary. Trade your duplicates for rarer dumplings and let the little guys squish around while you work, browse, or chill.
Why similar: Idler 67.9%, Casual 25%, 2D 5.4%, Singleplayer 1.7%
- #50 Astra
68% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: Atlas VPub: Astrea
Windows
Embark on ASTRA, a mixed reality journey transforming your room into a spaceship. Follow your late mother's research on a cosmic mission to find life, uncover universal mysteries, and confront personal grief. It blends storytelling, VR, and stunning interactive design.
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 33.8%, Space 21%, Immersive Sim 20%, Realistic 8.4%, Futuristic 8.2%
- #51 Just a Cat
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: lonelystar
Windows
Just a Cat is a cute casual idle game about a cat that stays on your screen while you work or relax. Dress him with hats and glasses, watch his reactions, and track mouse clicks and keyboard presses as part of your personal statistics.
Why similar: Idler 68.2%, Casual 24.6%, 2D 6%, Singleplayer 1.2%
- #52 Easy Quiz
71% matchMostly Positive78% of 18 reviews2021
Dev: Octillion Entertainment
Windows
An Easy Quiz to test your skills.
Why similar: Idler 57.2%, Casual 23.1%, Choices Matter 12.4%, 2D 3.9%, Singleplayer 1.7%
- #53 Wild Angels | Episode 1
69% matchPositive95% of 37 reviews2024
Dev: Remus
Windows
An interactive visual novel about a mysterious gang who decided to break the law.
Why similar: Idler 47.2%, Interactive Fiction 24%, Casual 7.9%, Story Rich 7.7%, Choices Matter 6.6%
- #54 Aeons of Rebirth
67% matchMixed67% of 42 reviews2025
Dev: Short Scale
Windows
Aeons of Rebirth is a short, strategic incremental journey about exploring planets and building the greatest space empires ever!
Why similar: Idler 51.3%, Space 28.1%, Casual 9.2%, Futuristic 7.5%, 2D 1.9%
- #55 Timeline Keepers
67% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: Two Pixels
Windows
Manage heroes across the timeline while you do other things in this idle game that sits at the corner of the screen.
Why similar: Idler 75.4%, Casual 21.1%, Singleplayer 1.8%, Indie 1.7%
- #56 Androsystem Idle
68% matchMixed52% of 21 reviews2024
Dev: RedKar Devs
Windows
Produce Androids and create a Fleet that will help you conquer new planets. Mine valuable minerals that will further increase your production capacity.
Why similar: Idler 42%, Space 27%, Sci-fi 12.1%, Casual 7.7%, Futuristic 4.7%
- #57 Orbital Abyss: Cipher Division
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: JointPoint Studios LLC
Windows
Decipher interstellar transmissions encoded via substitution ciphers aboard Eremite Station. In this choice driven narrative, uncover secrets from planetary factions while conversing with crewmates to reveal their stories and troubles. The ripples of your choices may be felt throughout the galaxy.
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 27.5%, Space 24.2%, Sci-fi 12.1%, Choices Matter 10.1%, Futuristic 10%
- #58 Lotto.exe
66% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: ChimpWithAComputer
Windows
"99% of gamblers quit right before they hit it big. This game is for the other 1%." The ultimate test of human stubbornness. Lotto.exe isn't a "game" in the traditional sense. It is a simulation of a lottery draw designed to determine exactly how much your time is worth to you.
Why similar: Idler 64.7%, Casual 26.1%, 2D 5.6%, Indie 1.8%, Singleplayer 1.8%
- #59 Aliya: Timelink2 Dawn
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: TDGame StudioPub: Anotherindie
Windows
A truth spanning time—connect with Aliya and meet diverse characters from 1,000 years later. In this real-time synchronized adventure, help her escape the Courtyard and team up to uncover the massive corporation’s hidden secrets...
Why similar: Idler 30.5%, Interactive Fiction 21.6%, Space 19.9%, Immersive Sim 12.2%, Sci-fi 10%
- #60 One More Core
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Indie Souls Studio
Windows
One More Core is a 3D incremental game where you carve through planets layer by layer with your flagship, gather resources, upgrade your fleet, and keep advancing until you capture the planet's core. Don't forget to refuel… there's one more core to go!
Why similar: Idler 52.1%, Space 22.7%, Sci-fi 12.8%, Casual 10.7%, Indie 1.1%