Free Idler Games on Steam
Steam currently has 1,629 Idler games available to download and play. Explore our list of the best free games ranked by popularity and ratings. Data for this list is calculated from reviews and player counts reported directly by Steam and will be updated in real-time. Free Idler game rankings were last updated on 5/18/2024.
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1. IdleOn - The Idle RPG
The RPG where all your characters grind for you! Choose classes as they level up, and spend their loot to gain more power... but don't let the simple graphics fool you, IdleOn gets more complex as you progress!
IdleOn - The Idle RPG holds the #1 spot for "best free Idler game on Steam" with a Player Score of 77. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 16,532 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 12,945 positive reviews and 3,587 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play IdleOn - The Idle RPG on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/2/2021 |
| Developer | Lavaflame2 |
| Publisher | Lavaflame2 |
| Steam App Id | 1476970 |
2. Cell to Singularity - Evolution Never Ends
The epic story of evolution, technology, humanity, and dinosaurs is yours to tap.
Cell to Singularity - Evolution Never Ends has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Idler games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 20,300 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 18,366 positive reviews and 1,934 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Cell to Singularity - Evolution Never Ends on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/3/2021 |
| Developer | Computer Lunch |
| Publisher | Computer Lunch |
| Steam App Id | 977400 |
3. Unnamed Space Idle
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.
Unnamed Space Idle has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Idler games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,375 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,284 positive reviews and 91 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Unnamed Space Idle on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 7/27/2023 |
| Developer | Sylv |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 2471100 |
4. NGU IDLE
NGU Idle is a Free To Play Idle game that's full of weird humor, tons of upgrades and hundreds of hours of content! Try out NGU Idle today and experience the joy of Numbers Going Up!
NGU IDLE has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Idler games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 11,062 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,630 positive reviews and 432 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play NGU IDLE on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
5. Idle Champions of the Forgotten Realms
Idle Champions of the Forgotten Realms is a Dungeons & Dragons strategy management game uniting characters from throughout the D&D multiverse into a grand adventure.
Idle Champions of the Forgotten Realms has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Idler games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 13,660 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,631 positive reviews and 3,029 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 3/25/2020 |
| Developer | Codename Entertainment Inc. |
| Publisher | Codename Entertainment Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 627690 |
6. Farmer Against Potatoes Idle
Pick up your sword and fight off waves of Potatoes by upgrading your stats constantly, use Equipment, choose between different Classes, put your many Talents to good use, and so much more designed to keep you entertained for a long time.
Farmer Against Potatoes Idle has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Idler games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,203 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,998 positive reviews and 205 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 8/25/2022 |
| Developer | Oni Gaming |
| Publisher | Oni Gaming |
| Steam App Id | 1535560 |
7. Tap Ninja - Idle game
Defeat enemies, earn gold, upgrade your village, become a Ninja Master!
Tap Ninja - Idle game has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Idler games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7,275 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,293 positive reviews and 982 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 3/17/2022 |
| Developer | Broken Glass |
| Publisher | Broken Glass |
| Steam App Id | 1891700 |
8. Firestone: Online Idle RPG
Firestone: Online Idle RPG is a multiplayer fantasy game with idle rpg mechanics. Collect heroes🧙♂️, upgrade their gear & skills, and send them in idle battles or go on an incremental clicker frenzy to beat monstrous bosses! Chat with guild friends or engage in PVP⚔️- the choice is in your hands!
Firestone: Online Idle RPG has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Idler games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,586 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,379 positive reviews and 1,207 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Firestone: Online Idle RPG on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/1/2024 |
| Developer | Holyday Studios |
| Publisher | Holyday Studios |
| Steam App Id | 1013320 |
9. Clicker Heroes
Ever wondered what one quadrillion damage per second feels like? Wonder no more! Embark on your quest to attain it today!
Clicker Heroes has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Idler games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 60,279 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 54,099 positive reviews and 6,180 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Clicker Heroes on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 5/14/2015 |
| Developer | Playsaurus |
| Publisher | Playsaurus |
| Steam App Id | 363970 |
10. Leaf Blower Revolution - Idle Game
Leaf Blower Revolution is a Free to Play idle game where you blow away leaves with nuclear leaf blowers, unlock upgrades, earn achievements, and more. Try out Leaf Blower Revolution now and watch numbers going up!
Leaf Blower Revolution - Idle Game has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Idler games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 22,766 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 21,545 positive reviews and 1,221 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Leaf Blower Revolution - Idle Game on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 12/4/2020 |
| Developer | Humble North |
| Publisher | Humble North |
| Steam App Id | 1468260 |
More Free Idler Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Idler games available on Steam.
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 | 6,677 | 4/2/2021 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,607 | 11/3/2021 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,218 | 7/27/2023 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,106 | 10/1/2019 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,063 | 3/25/2020 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,018 | 8/25/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,983 | 3/17/2022 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,890 | 4/1/2024 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,749 | 5/14/2015 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,461 | 12/4/2020 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,399 | 4/5/2021 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,120 | 3/30/2015 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,062 | 7/22/2022 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,015 | 7/30/2022 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,004 | 5/27/2016 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 783 | 10/1/2020 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 751 | 12/22/2020 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 738 | 8/14/2020 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 704 | 12/17/2022 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 634 | 1/24/2019 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 18). IdleOn - The Idle RPG on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 18). Cell to Singularity - Evolution Never Ends on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 18). Unnamed Space Idle on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 11). NGU IDLE on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 16). Idle Champions of the Forgotten Realms on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 17). Farmer Against Potatoes Idle on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 16). Tap Ninja - Idle game on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 24). Firestone: Online Idle RPG on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 16). Clicker Heroes on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 13). Leaf Blower Revolution - Idle Game on Steam. Steam Store.