Many idle games provide a mix of simple gameplay and rewarding progression loops1. Here are a few of the best idle games across different platforms:
Steam:
Cookie Clicker: This game is one of the original and most popular idle games. Gameplay involves clicking a cookie and watching the numbers increase, with a vast amount of meta progression and satisfying upgrades1.
Leaf Blower Revolution: A relaxed idle game where you earn rewards by blowing leaves off the screen. It features a simple gameplay loop and many unlockables1.
NGU Idle: Known for its humor, the game focuses on the never-ending pursuit of strength to defeat bosses, with satisfying meta-progression1.
Cell to Singularity - Evolution Never Ends: An idle game on a grand scale where you assemble life at a cellular level, offering a visual spectacle with addictive progression1.
Adventure Capitalist: A lighthearted and intuitive game where you start with a lemonade stand and expand to owning various businesses, automating them with managers1.
Idle Cave Miner: Involves digging deep into the unknown, earning upgrades, and employing characters, featuring a unique art style1.
Android:
Lumber Inc: Manage a lumber empire, from chopping trees to selling processed wood, with the option to hire people to plant and care for new trees2.
Gold and Goblins: Dig through mines for loot, merging goblins to increase their level and investing money in digs or more goblins2.
ExoMiner: Dig for materials to make a profit, investing in better drills, faster ships, and better locations2.
Soul Strike: An Idle RPG where you summon characters, gears, and skills to defeat enemies and farm for resources2.
Mobile (Android and iOS):
Adventure Capitalist: Build a business, city, or farm while profits grow automatically2.
Cookie Clicker: Tap to earn rewards, progressing even when offline12.
Other notable idle games: