Idle Research

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Idle Research is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by Considera Games LLC and was released on July 31, 2022. It received positive reviews from players.

Join the Discord! Join the Discord to discuss the game with thousands of other players!! About the GameIdle Research is an addictive, resource management, incremental game with both idle and active playstyles. Research and Craft items (Flasks, Tubes, and Cylinders (in the future)) to earn as much of the 3 types of Energy as possible! The game can be played anywhere at anytime, no internet or co…

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83%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,296 reviews

gameplay26 positive mentions

grinding23 negative mentions

The game is fun and engaging, with a satisfying progression system that keeps players motivated.
It offers a unique blend of idle mechanics and active gameplay, allowing for both casual and more involved playstyles.
The developer is responsive and actively working on updates, which bodes well for future content and improvements.

The user interface is cluttered and can be confusing, making it difficult for new players to navigate.
The game has been criticized for being unfinished, with some content feeling incomplete or abandoned.
Progression can become grindy, especially in the late game, leading to frustration for players seeking to complete all achievements.

gameplay
87 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
67%
3%
The gameplay is characterized as a mix of idle and incremental mechanics, offering a satisfying progression system that rewards players with new features and upgrades over time. While some players appreciate the simplicity and low-stress nature of the game, others find it lacks depth and can become repetitive, especially compared to genre leaders. Overall, it appeals to fans of idle games but may not engage those seeking more active gameplay experiences.
- “The gameplay is simple: you gather resources, unlock new projects, and watch your progress grow.”
- “The core mechanic of researching and upgrading technologies is engaging, and the incremental rewards keep you motivated.”
- “Very well executed idle game with engaging mechanics and rewarding gameplay.”
- “Hardly a clicker game if at all; it's simply an idler with no mechanics to set it apart from other, more engaging titles.”
- “However, its lack of engaging story and repetitive gameplay can't quite match up to genre leaders like Adventure Capitalist.”
- “The simplicity of the gameplay makes it accessible for short play sessions, though it lacks depth for long-term engagement.”
grinding
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
4%
96%
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed bag; while some enjoy the grind and appreciate the variety of farming methods, many feel that progression becomes excessively tedious, especially when unlocking new areas resets their progress. The presence of an AFK mode is a positive feature for some, allowing for faster currency accumulation, but the overall sentiment leans towards the grind being a significant barrier to enjoyment, particularly in the later stages of the game. Despite the grind, some players still find the game engaging and fun, especially if they are fans of idle games.
- “So much content, and not too grindy.”
- “Progression is insanely grindy, even for an idle game.”
- “The stages do not translate one into another, so after grinding for hours you unlock a new stage with more features but start from the beginning.”
- “Going through that process all over again becomes a bit tedious and annoying.”
monetization
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
59%
27%
The game's monetization model is generally well-received, with players appreciating the absence of intrusive ads and the balanced approach to microtransactions. While there are optional in-game purchases, they are not necessary for progression, allowing for a smooth free-to-play experience. Many users commend the developers for creating a game that prioritizes fun and fair play over predatory monetization practices.
- “The creator also clearly just made it completely for fun and as such you will not find predatory microtransactions here, only the option to donate if you really wish.”
- “Microtransactions exist, but they’re not in your face and aren’t needed to make progress.”
- “The biggest pro to this game is that it's completely free, and although there are microtransactions, there's no need to purchase them to progress through the game, and you can earn the same things just by playing.”
- “Seems like this game is designed around mobile and microtransactions.”
- “The developer goes out of their way to say that they playtested it without microtransactions to ensure you didn't need them to finish, but let me tell you: it would take a damn long time to finish this game without them.”
- “The monetization bonuses are too strong, like 5 bucks to support the game and it went from an idle game to a game where stuff was unlocking so fast I couldn't really idle it.”
story
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
19%
62%
19%
The game is criticized for its lack of an engaging story, with many reviewers noting that there is essentially no narrative to follow, making it feel repetitive and unoriginal compared to genre leaders. While some players appreciate the freedom to create their own motivations within a minimalistic framework, the absence of a structured storyline leaves much to be desired for those seeking a more traditional gaming experience. Overall, the game is more focused on gameplay mechanics than storytelling, which may appeal to fans of text-based RPGs but disappoints others.
- “Honestly, I think people who can get down with text-based RPGs would enjoy this, specifically in that there isn't any story put forward, but some kind of lab setting could be easily inferred and the player can just go from there 'crafting' whatever storyline/motivation they wish.”
- “Although less story.”
- “In-game story way too OP.”
- “Not bad if that's what you're into, but there really isn't any story, not that any is really needed.”
- “What storyline?”
- “There's no story.”
graphics
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
60%
20%
The graphics in the game are generally considered outdated and simplistic, with some users expressing a desire for enhancements or DLC to improve the visual experience. While the art style is clean and functional, it lacks modern appeal and can be visually unappealing at first glance. However, some players appreciate the crisp visuals and find the overall design enjoyable despite its limitations.
- “The art style is clean and the game is easy to understand; you don't need an advanced degree in mathematics to play it.”
- “Very stimulating and crisp visuals.”
- “Good graphics and fun mechanics.”
- “The graphics are just really outdated; it's early access and lacks any modern look.”
- “I almost didn't install it from the first look of the graphics/colors, and perceived simplicity.”
- “The graphics and UI are almost terrible, but it's real fun!”
music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
34%
33%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising the soundtrack as enjoyable and relaxing, while others criticize it as annoying or of poor quality. Overall, it seems that many players prefer to listen to their own music or podcasts instead of the in-game tracks.
- “Very nice game to play and relax while listening to music or podcasts.”
- “Great music”
- “Good soundtrack too.”
- “That is without a doubt the worst in-game music I have ever heard.”
- “The music is ehh, so I would disable it.”
- “The music is still bad.”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players finding it amusing and entertaining, particularly during travel or offline play. The comedic elements, such as quirky mechanics and funny interactions, contribute to a lighthearted experience that keeps players engaged. Overall, the game successfully blends humor with gameplay, making it a fun idle experience.
- “Very good and funny game for no Wi-Fi and travel, like a cookie clicker.”
- “Haha, funny numbers!”
- “Hilarious that the solitaire side game uses standard game mode, but you can't pull cards down from the foundation.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, including frequent glitches, bugs, and freezing, particularly on Mac systems. Users have reported an unintuitive UI and a distracting tutorial, which detracts from the overall gameplay experience.
- “The screen constantly glitches; the flasks won't go to the color I want them to go to.”
- “I'm on a Mac, and it freezes at the start screen.”
- “Glitchy and buggy.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is highly optimized, offering low lag and minimal memory usage, making it suitable for multitasking even on less powerful devices like a MacBook. Players appreciate the in-depth automation and optimization options that enhance gameplay performance and reward efficiency.
- “Fun idler that provides some fairly in-depth automation and optimization options.”
- “This game is so incredibly well optimized that it rarely lags (I'm playing on a MacBook which normally lags with most games), and on top of that, it uses almost no memory, so I can keep it on while using other games, which some idle games aren't good at.”
- “The better performance you achieve, the more currency you're rewarded with.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express a strong emotional connection to the game, indicating a need for support after their experience. Despite completing all content on both Steam and Android, they felt a lack of motivation to spend money on in-game currency, suggesting a complex relationship with the game's emotional engagement.
- “Please send help to those who played this game; they need emotional support like me.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players generally find the game's replayability to be high, thanks to multiple endings, diverse character choices, and varying gameplay strategies that encourage multiple playthroughs. Many reviewers appreciate the added content and updates that enhance the experience, making it worthwhile to revisit. However, some note that certain elements may feel repetitive after several runs.