Play while you’re away with our idyllic idle picks

Idle games may seem like they play themselves, but in reality, they’re a delightful way to test your efficiency and management skills without overwhelming you. These casual idlers are ideal companions, working in the background as you go about your day – you decide when to check in and reap the rewards. No pressure, no sweat.

Bring your own group of heroes to glory in the war against demonic wraiths. On top of classic idler gameplay, orb-matching mechanics and RPG elements add a touch of tactics to the experience. Embrace the mystery and become a Masketeer.

It takes a village to produce a batch of hearty home meals, and this just happens to be the cutest village you’ll ever see. Check in with your favorite cat breeds while they cook flavorful recipes and gather resources on your behalf; dress them up with adorable hats, name them, and snap pictures of them to coo over. Before long, you’ll have the purr-fect idle paradise right at your fingertips.

Traverse the realm of Esperia in your quest to defeat the death-spawned Hypogean hordes. A vibrant art style envelopes this idle adventure as you empower your party with staggering strength, dealing damage well into the thousands. Your heroes will gain strength while you’re away, meaning there’s always rewards to return to.

Rise from the lemonade stand to the ivory tower and become the ultimate idle entrepreneur. As your business elevates from street vendorship to international conglomerate, you’ll invest huge sums in managers, infrastructure, and more to reach the top. Who knew you could become a millionaire by doing absolutely nothing?

While you go about your business, your band of heroes trains. Join guilds, battle bosses, and strike carefully with a mix of turn-based tactics and idle comfort. Put your heroes to the test worldwide as you battle in massive multiplayer contests for ultimate glory.