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Idle Power is a single player casual simulation game. It received positive reviews from players.

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85%
Audience ScoreBased on 1,180 reviews
gameplay43 positive mentions
monetization345 negative mentions

  • Great gameplay loop with engaging mechanics that keep players entertained.
  • No forced ads, allowing players to choose when to watch ads for boosts.
  • The game is well-maintained with regular updates and responsive developers.
  • Progression can slow down significantly after reaching higher levels, leading to potential boredom.
  • Some players experience bugs that can result in lost progress or game crashes.
  • The battery merging mechanic can be tedious and may cause repetitive strain injuries.
  • monetization
    389 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization model of the game is largely praised for its non-intrusive and optional ads, which provide significant boosts without being forced upon players. Users appreciate that they can progress without watching ads, although some feel that watching ads is almost necessary for optimal advancement. While there are in-app purchases available to remove ads, many players find the ad system respectful of their time and experience, making it a standout feature in a genre often criticized for aggressive monetization tactics.

    • “I've been playing for months and didn't even realize there were microtransactions, which I really like.”
    • “No annoying tutorials or demands of microtransactions.”
    • “No ads forced on you, no in-app purchases; you can tell this game wasn't made to fill someone's wallet, it was made to entertain its users.”
    • “A major mechanic is locked either behind a paywall or the continuous watching of ads, and I realized I wasn't enjoying the game; it was a job now.”
    • “Progression can occasionally get a bit slow, but the game itself is well executed (plus all the ads are optional).”
    • “You either have to play a pointless merging game or watch ads to really progress.”
  • gameplay
    86 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of this idle game is generally well-received, praised for its engaging mechanics, creative touches, and smooth progression. While many players appreciate the optional ad system that enhances rather than disrupts gameplay, some find the overall loop repetitive and feel that certain mechanics, like the battery system, can become tedious. Overall, the game strikes a balance between simplicity and strategic depth, making it enjoyable for both casual and dedicated players.

    • “I love the cute, unique ways to start each power supply and I'm enjoying the progression aspect of the 'research' mechanic; it's well executed and intuitive.”
    • “The gameplay is engaging and upgrades are plentiful.”
    • “This game is amazing! You are not forced to watch ads, gameplay is smooth, it's simple, there's a rebirth-like system so you don't get bored, and even more.”
    • “Decent gameplay loop but feels like it needs more.”
    • “Gameplay does not change at all after blueprints are unlocked.”
    • “Its gameplay loop is frankly repetitive and boring.”
  • story
    31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is minimal and presented through sporadic dialogue snippets, which some players find engaging while others feel it lacks depth compared to more content-rich titles. Many users appreciate the philosophical undertones and unique mechanics, noting that the story elements enhance the gameplay experience, despite a desire for a more organized way to track these narrative pieces. Overall, while the story is not the main focus, it adds a charming layer to the idle game format.

    • “Pretty good, progression doesn't feel like it's grinding to a halt over time as most idle games do, and the intermittent punctuations of 'story' as one progresses is a lovely touch.”
    • “I really enjoyed the story of the game.”
    • “Very fun game, it's an amazing way to spend time and has a great story.”
    • “There is not much story-wise aside from a few small dialogue pieces at the beginning of the game.”
    • “Little disjointed story paragraphs will come up every now and then with no indicator of what triggers them.”
    • “The story alludes to being able to do more but nothing ever gets unlocked.”
  • graphics
    20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the simple art style and recent updates, while others criticize the visuals as spartan and repetitive. Many users express a desire for more diverse and engaging graphics, particularly in relation to power types and animations, suggesting that the current visuals do not enhance the gameplay experience significantly. Overall, while the graphics are deemed decent and functional, there is a consensus that improvements could elevate the game's appeal.

    • “The different way you interact with the energy types, the simple art style, the pacing, it's all amazing.”
    • “Update: game graphics seem to be vastly improved.”
    • “Nice art style and relaxing.”
    • “It is graphically spartan, not much to look at except stats and numbers.”
    • “Unfortunately, whilst the game visuals are neat, the progression tends to get samey after some time.”
    • “This game could be next level with better graphics.”
  • grinding
    20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players have mixed feelings about the grinding aspect of the game. While some find it tedious and repetitive, particularly with battery upgrades and research, others appreciate the pacing and the enjoyable elements that break up the grind. Overall, the game is seen as a typical idle experience, where grinding is expected but can become a chore without sufficient rewards or automation features.

    • “It's not too grindy, which I think a lot of idle games are.”
    • “You're able to triple your earnings by just merging batteries into new ones, which can technically take as long as you want, but realistically it gets tedious after merging for a few minutes.”
    • “The grind of having to spend 20 minutes each reset grinding your batteries to higher levels in order to progress is probably one of the most tedious parts of any game I've ever played and adds almost no value to the game beyond the initial novelty of it.”
    • “It is tedious to combine batteries at fractions of pennies after reset because the developers didn't implement battery auto-upgrade or provide a free battery type upgrade.”
  • music
    15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for its relaxing and soothing qualities, enhancing the overall experience. Many players find the soundtrack enjoyable and fitting, with some expressing a desire for more variety. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's atmosphere, making it a standout feature for many users.

    • “The music is great to relax to.”
    • “Love the background music because it is very calming.”
    • “Well and above the best idle game I have played, the weakest aspect of the game is its background music, but only because everything else is done to perfection.”
    • “I wish it would have more soundtracks :)”
    • “The soundtrack is relaxing.”
  • humor
    13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is widely praised, with players highlighting the cute and funny writing, particularly in the item descriptions and upgrade titles, which often feature dad jokes and humorous commentary. Many find the dialogue and upgrade descriptions to be a delightful addition that enhances the overall experience, making it an enjoyable time killer. Overall, the game's humor contributes significantly to its charm and entertainment value.

    • “The descriptions on the upgrades are pure dad joke humor.”
    • “Take the time to read the upgrade descriptions; the developer has a great sense of humor.”
    • “Some of the descriptions for upgrades are quite funny, which is a plus.”
  • stability
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game suffers from significant stability issues, with frequent freezes and glitches reported by users, particularly after extended playtime or specific in-game actions. Many players experience crashes that result in lost progress, and persistent bugs hinder gameplay, making it frustrating despite the game's enjoyable concept. Overall, the stability concerns detract from the overall experience.

    • “This game is incredibly fun, but after I 'rebuild' in order to get blueprints, I can no longer generate any electricity. Overall fun in its first simple stages; otherwise, it is buggy to the point of being unusable.”
    • “I enjoy it a lot, but after around 5 minutes the game fully freezes and I have to close and open it again, which loses progress. It's very annoying.”
    • “It must be pretty buggy; I cannot get the loading overlay to go away no matter how long I wait on the first screen.”
  • optimization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's optimization has been criticized for significant performance issues, particularly after a recent update, leading to lag even in performance mode. While the core concept remains enjoyable, the overall experience is marred by these technical shortcomings.

    • “Performance is horrible when merging the batteries.”
    • “The game has totally gone bad after the new update. Even after switching on the performance mode, the game lags too much, and the joy of playing and the visual appeal have both diminished.”
    • “Simple idea, mediocre performance, but it's fun.”
  • replayability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the game highly enjoyable and consider it to have excellent replayability, often describing the experience as feeling infinite and consistently engaging.

    • “Very fun and replayable; it feels infinite. I really like this game.”
    • “The variety of choices and outcomes makes each playthrough feel fresh and exciting.”
    • “I keep coming back for more because there are so many different strategies to explore.”
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Idle Power is a casual simulation game.

Idle Power is available on Phone and Tablet.

On average players spend around 35 hours playing Idle Power.

Idle Power was developed by Deuski Games.

Idle Power has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its monetization.

Idle Power is a single player game.

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