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Games Like The Magician's Research

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Idler, RPG, Singleplayer, Incremental.

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The MAGICIAN'S RESEARCH is an RPG style IDLE - INCREMENTAL - MANAGEMENT Game! The Experiments of the Mage's Guild have broken out and you are tasked with tracking down, researching, and disposing of them before they can disturb the nearby towns or multiply!

Reviews: Mixed — 58% — of 265 reviews
Released: 2019-11-20
Developer: Mad Labyrinth Studios LLC
Genres: Adventure, Casual, Free To Play, Indie, RPG, Strategy
Platforms: Windows

Overview

The Magician's Research is a compelling blend of incremental progression, dungeon-crawling, and management mechanics set within a fantasy research framework. These recommendations focus on games that emphasize deep research trees, auto-battling, and satisfying long-term progression loops similar to the seed game.

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    Median: 17.0 hrsMean: 75.1 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    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: Auto Battler 31.5%, Idler 24.3%, Incremental 17.3%, Management 11.2%, RPG 6.3%

    Why You'll Like It: This direct sequel expands on the research-based incremental mechanics and auto-battling systems found in the original.

  2. #2 Magic Research
    96% matchVery Positive91% of 415 reviews2023
    Dev: Maticolotto
    Windows
    Median: 23.7 hrsMean: 96.8 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: Auto Battler 36.7%, Idler 28.5%, Management 10%, Incremental 7.3%, Fantasy 6%

    Why You'll Like It: As the predecessor to the seed game, it shares the exact same core loop of magical research and incremental progression.

  3. #3 Idle Research
    96% matchVery Positive84% of 1,854 reviews2022
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    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 31.7%, Incremental 29.6%, Management 13.1%, Strategy 7%, Relaxing 6.1%

    Why You'll Like It: It offers a similar focus on scientific research and automation, providing a satisfying sense of progression through complex systems.

  4. #4 Idle Wizard
    95% matchVery Positive86% of 1,776 reviews2019
    Dev: TwoWizards
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    Median: 9.7 hrsMean: 228.5 hrs≥1hr: 76%

    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 57.7%, Incremental 37%, RPG 2.9%, Casual 2.4%

    Why You'll Like It: This game features a deep, magic-themed incremental experience with complex skill trees and management elements.

  5. #5 Incremental Epic Hero 2
    94% matchMostly Positive72% of 1,648 reviews2025
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    A mixture of incremental/idle and roleplaying game set in fantasy world filled with monsters and things to explore, where battling is constant, almost everything can be upgraded, and with wide array of various prestige mechanics to always keep things interesting and moving forward!

    Why similar: Idler 23.7%, Hack and Slash 20.6%, Management 12.8%, Roguelite 10.5%, Anime 7.3%

    Why You'll Like It: An action-heavy incremental RPG that emphasizes automation and character growth through dungeon exploration.

  6. #6 Grim Clicker
    94% matchMostly Positive79% of 2,863 reviews2024
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    Windows
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    Grim Clicker is an IDLE/RPG clicker where you will find your own strategy to explore the lost worlds. Inspired by games such as Diablo, Grim Dawn, Dark Souls, etc., the game features a complex character development, many unique items, active and passive playstyle.

    Why similar: Incremental 32.8%, Idler 30.9%, Hack and Slash 11.5%, RPG 8%, Strategy 5.1%

    Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy roguelite clicker that mirrors the dungeon-crawling and incremental growth aspects of the seed game.

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    93% matchVery Positive89% of 8,115 reviews2018
    Dev: Meta Interaction
    Windows
    Median: 17.2 hrsMean: 64.5 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    Dragon Cliff is a Semi-Idle RPG game with deep and complex itemization/skill systems to support endless character builds. Players are to collect adventurers, kill monsters, advance talent trees, enchant/reforge equipment, discover scrolls and finally assemble the most powerful adventure team!

    Why similar: Idler 24.2%, Incremental 19.2%, RPG 11.3%, Dungeon Crawler 10.9%, Management 9.5%

    Why You'll Like It: It blends RPG strategy with idle loot collection and management, making it a great fit for fans of the seed game's tactical depth.

  8. #8 Wizard And Minion Idle
    92% matchVery Positive90% of 808 reviews2019
    Dev: Oni Gaming
    Windows
    Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 502.3 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 31.4%, Incremental 31.3%, Management 10.5%, RPG 8.7%, Strategy 7.2%

    Why You'll Like It: This fantasy-themed management game offers a similar sense of scaling power and idle progression.

  9. #9 Orb of Creation
    91% matchVery Positive90% of 1,494 reviews2022
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    Windows
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    Orb of Creation is an active incremental-puzzle game in which you recreate the world with nothing but magic and ingenuity. Conjure resources, buy upgrades, and become an all-powerful wizard!

    Why similar: Incremental 63.2%, Idler 24.8%, Strategy 8.1%, Casual 3.8%

    Why You'll Like It: This game excels in complex resource management and research-based progression, capturing the 'magical experiment' feel perfectly.

  10. #10 Idle Campaign
    91% matchMixed55% of 136 reviews2022
    Dev: Mad Labyrinth Studios
    Windows

    Explore through Idle Campaign! A DnD-inspired idle/incremental game about slaughtering enemies with a group of heroes through an endless campaign!This game has no rebirth; level continuously without having to repeat levels!

    Why similar: Auto Battler 16.4%, Idler 14%, Collectathon 13.8%, Incremental 13.4%, Hack and Slash 11.3%

    Why You'll Like It: A management-focused idler that provides a streamlined experience for those who enjoy the tactical side of the seed game.

  11. #11 Soda Dungeon 2
    90% matchVery Positive94% of 5,616 reviews2020
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    Windows · Mac
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    Everyone’s favorite laid-back dungeon crawler returns in Soda Dungeon 2. Featuring a new adventure, a whole town to upgrade, crafting, new classes, alternate dimensions, and more! It’s everything you loved about the original plus all the stuff you’ve been asking for.

    Why similar: Idler 28.3%, Dungeon Crawler 23.5%, Incremental 19.7%, RPG 8.1%, Fantasy 4.3%

    Why You'll Like It: It combines dungeon crawling with management and auto-battling, focusing on building a team to conquer increasingly difficult floors.

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    89% matchMostly Positive74% of 325 reviews2021
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    Why You'll Like It: The first entry in the series provides a solid foundation of RPG-focused incremental gameplay and automation.

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    Windows

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    Dev: NEKOTOKAGE GAMES
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    84% matchMixed58% of 440 reviews2024
    Dev: Ed Grace
    Windows

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    68% matchVery Positive89% of 339 reviews2022
    Dev: NEKOTOKAGE GAMES
    Windows

    This is a "Mysterious Dungeon" style roguelike game where the terrain changes with each challenge. Make the monsters your "Friends" and go on a new adventure!

    Why similar: Hack and Slash 41.2%, RPG 17.6%, Strategy 13.1%, Simulation 11.7%, Cute 7.3%

  54. #54 Koltera 2
    66% matchMostly Positive78% of 180 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 36.9%, Collectathon 28.3%, RPG 9.7%, Cute 6.2%, Fantasy 5.9%

  55. #55 Desktop Nard: Dice Idle
    66% matchMixed69% of 78 reviews2026
    Dev: Samharia Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Idle Dice roll automatically for you, unleashing skills and farming rare loot in the corner of your desktop, with tons of content and loot types.

    Why similar: Incremental 23.2%, Idler 20.2%, Auto Battler 15.5%, Hack and Slash 8.5%, Roguelite 8%

  56. #56 Tower Wizard
    62% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 8,199 reviews2025
    Dev: Barribob
    Windows
    Median: 7.1 hrsMean: 12.5 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Help a wizard build and upgrade a wizard tower in this incremental game! Use the tower to study magic, summon spirits, create buildings, and influence the world.

    Why similar: Incremental 44.2%, Idler 23.7%, Strategy 6%, Fantasy 4.9%, Cute 4.6%

  57. #57 Loot Grind Simulator
    68% matchMostly Positive79% of 380 reviews2020
    Dev: GG Undroid Games
    Windows

    Loot Grind Simulator is a fantasy-themed game about completing quests and earning better loot to equip. The game is meant as satire of the current MMO and Looter Shooter trends and features idle gameplay elements with decisions about what quests to undertake and items to craft.

    Why similar: Collectathon 39.4%, Management 18.3%, Idler 14.3%, Fantasy 7.8%, Simulation 6.2%

  58. #58 My life as an archeologist
    67% matchVery Positive88% of 335 reviews2022
    Dev: Delirium Tremens Games
    Windows
    Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Click your way through 100 levels of archeological treasure hunting, loot and improve your equipment, uncover build-defining artefacts on every boss, choose between three different classes and find the one that best fits your playstyle! Research monsters cards and improve every run!

    Why similar: Collectathon 25.1%, Incremental 24.1%, Hack and Slash 23.1%, Roguelite 14.2%, Idler 4%

  59. #59 Escape The Cradle
    65% matchVery Positive89% of 65 reviews2025
    Dev: Crimsonren
    Windows

    Escape the Cradle is an Incremental RPG with cute pixel art about a foxgirl trying to clear out the dungeon she was born in so she can leave with her mother and explore the outside world. She's animated with Live2d and you restore her hp between runs with headpats!

    Why similar: Auto Battler 27.8%, Idler 23.7%, Incremental 15.5%, Anime 7.3%, Relaxing 6.5%

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