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Idle Skilling

70%Game Brain Score
gameplay, graphics
grinding, stability
70% User Score Based on 3,164 reviews

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Idle Skilling is a free game developed by Lavaflame2 available at Kongregate and in the Google Play store and App Store. Wowza!

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70%
Audience ScoreBased on 3,164 reviews
gameplay36 positive mentions
grinding94 negative mentions
  • The game offers a lot of content and depth, making it engaging for players who enjoy idle mechanics.
  • It's a fun game to play casually, allowing for progress even when not actively engaged.
  • The pixel art style and humor add charm to the overall experience.
  • The game is plagued with bugs, including progress loss and performance issues, especially in the late game.
  • There are significant pay-to-win elements, with many features locked behind microtransactions.
  • The user interface is cluttered and can be confusing, making it difficult for new players to navigate.
  • gameplay
    210 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the variety of mechanics and the engaging idle elements that allow for progression even when not actively playing. However, numerous criticisms highlight issues such as a confusing user interface, repetitive mechanics, and a lack of intuitive design, which can detract from the overall experience. While some find the game addictive and enjoyable, others express frustration over bugs, pay-to-win elements, and tedious gameplay loops that hinder enjoyment.

    • “With its relaxing gameplay, deep progression system, and constant updates, Idle Skilling offers an enjoyable and addictive experience that is hard to put down.”
    • “The game's controls are responsive and intuitive, and the gameplay mechanics are well-balanced, allowing for a seamless and enjoyable experience.”
    • “Remarkably engaging for an 'idle' game, with tons of ways to keep active gameplay interesting.”
    • “I was invested quite a bit and then I realized one of the mechanics (crusades) constantly looped and didn't let me interact.”
    • “The worst thing about it is the goddamn UI; this game is just a bunch of click boxes and menus with numbers placed haphazardly around the screen that are tied to confusing mechanics with text descriptions that often deviate from the actual mechanics of the game, e.g., away progress being more like 30%-35%.”
    • “The lack of depth and variety in the gameplay becomes apparent over time, and the repetitive nature of watching numbers increase can lose its appeal quickly.”
  • grinding
    98 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The grinding aspect of the game is widely criticized for being excessively tedious and time-consuming, often requiring players to invest significant effort for minimal rewards. While some players appreciate the variety of activities available, many find the endgame experience frustratingly repetitive and lacking in meaningful progression, with mechanics that feel forced and poorly implemented. Overall, the game is described as requiring a "second life" for grinding, appealing primarily to those who enjoy prolonged idle gameplay despite its drawbacks.

    • “This right here is ungodly grindy.”
    • “Tedious idle game without any sense of reward.”
    • “The scaling after you reach purgatory makes the game feel way too grindy.”
  • graphics
    84 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of "Idle Skilling" receive mixed reviews, with many players appreciating its charming and nostalgic pixel art style, which adds a unique atmosphere to the game. However, several critiques highlight the graphics as simplistic and lacking in quality compared to modern standards, often describing them as reminiscent of older mobile games or flash titles. Overall, while the art style is seen as cute and effective by some, others find it underwhelming and poorly optimized, particularly on PC.

    • “The pixel art aesthetic of Idle Skilling is a visual delight.”
    • “While it may not boast the hyper-realistic graphics of some AAA titles, the charming and nostalgic pixel art style creates a unique atmosphere that resonates with players of all ages.”
    • “Idle Skilling's graphics are simple but effective, with a charming and colorful art style that adds to the game's relaxing atmosphere.”
    • “The graphics and art style, if I could sum it up, could run on the Babbage difference engine (look up this reference, interesting to know the earliest form of a computer).”
    • “A very old re-released Android game, with very low graphic quality resource management game that is filled with near-forced real money purchase.”
    • “Bad graphics, no sounds, terrible animation, overcomplicated cheap made - not recommended.”
  • stability
    80 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability is heavily criticized, with numerous reports of bugs, glitches, and crashes that significantly hinder the gameplay experience. Players have experienced issues such as progress loss, freezing during saves, and inconsistent mechanics, leading many to describe it as a "buggy mess" that feels abandoned by its developer. While some acknowledge the game's potential, the overwhelming consensus is that its current state is frustrating and unreliable, making it difficult to recommend.

    • “Sad to see one of the best idle games of all time be left abandoned as a buggy mess.”
    • “Too buggy, I can't in good faith recommend this to anyone.”
    • “Still too buggy and inconsistent, lots of crashes, progress wipes, cloud save issues, straight up progress saving issues.”
  • monetization
    70 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization practices of the game have drawn significant criticism, with many players labeling it a cash grab due to aggressive microtransactions and bugs that undermine the gameplay experience. While some appreciate the absence of intrusive ads, the reliance on in-game purchases, especially in the late game, has led to frustration over lost progress and a lack of developer support. Overall, the monetization strategy is seen as unethical and detrimental to the game's potential enjoyment.

    • “The absence of paywalls or intrusive microtransactions is a breath of fresh air in an industry often plagued by monetization strategies that hinder genuine enjoyment.”
    • “While in-app purchases are available for those who wish to support the developers, they never feel forced upon players.”
    • “Best idle skilling game out :) no ads, tons to do.”
    • “Though this game is 'free to play,' the microtransactions are practically required, especially in the late game.”
    • “Selling microtransactions for such a broken game with no signs of improvement is unethical.”
    • “The owner is simply a scammer; I made an in-game purchase and didn't receive what I bought. Steam says they are not responsible for this part and that I should talk to the game support (which is done by the owner).”
  • humor
    24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players praising the developer's comedic style and the presence of jokes and easter eggs throughout. The game's cute graphics complement its funny moments, although some players note that gameplay issues can detract from the overall enjoyment. Overall, the humor adds a lighthearted charm to the experience, making it enjoyable for many.

    • “Thank you, Lava! What a funny and enjoyable experience you just made.”
    • “Plus, you get to experience Lava's sense of humor.”
    • “The creator is a funny guy; there are jokes here and there, and if you play both games, you're bound to find Easter eggs.”
  • optimization
    22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting significant performance issues such as constant stuttering and lag, particularly when switching screens. While some users noted that the game runs smoothly on most hardware configurations, the overall consensus is that it is poorly optimized, leading to frustration and detracting from the gameplay experience.

    • “For example, the Infinity Forge is a gem store item that allows you to use the forge continuously instead of the initial restriction of 3 attempts. There are also items that boost your skillers to perform twice as effectively, along with a one-time purchase gem portal that grants you gems over a few days.”
    • “Performance: 9/10”
    • “Idle Skilling's performance is generally smooth, with the game running well on most hardware configurations.”
    • “I hate when the game is stuttering; it's a red flag for me when games don't work properly.”
    • “There's a very high chance that at some point the game will brick by starting to stutter and lag every time you switch to another screen.”
    • “My standards for idle games are low, but this one was so bad on performance that I have to warn others against it.”
  • story
    20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The reviews indicate that the game lacks a meaningful story, with many players noting it feels overly simplistic and basic for an idle game. The absence of engaging narrative elements has led to a low overall rating for the story aspect, with some users expressing frustration over the developer's repeated use of the same storyline in multiple games.

    • “While idle games are meant to be simple and relaxing, idle skilling felt a bit too basic, lacking the engaging elements or storylines that can make this genre more captivating.”
    • “The developer also went and repeated the same story on his other newer game regardless of how bad the backlash was when he did this, which ruined his second game's player base and banned from social media access anybody who disagreed openly with him.”
    • “Story: 1/10 - there isn't a real story to the game, it's an idle game and you do as you please.”
  • music
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music and sound design in the game have received mixed reviews, with many players noting a significant lack of music and sound effects, describing them as minimal and generic. Some users appreciate the absence of sound, suggesting it allows for background music, while others criticize the overall audio experience as outdated and lacking depth. Comparisons to other games highlight a desire for a more engaging and varied soundtrack.

    • “Music and sound effects are all great.”
    • “This game has zero sound, which can be good to have music on in the background while playing.”
    • “Idle skilling's sound design is minimal, with basic sound effects and a generic soundtrack that does not add much to the overall experience.”
    • “Idle Skilling's sound design is minimal, with basic sound effects and a generic soundtrack that does not add much to the overall experience.”
    • “No music, no sounds; enemies quickly get reused, and gems come in at a trickle unless you are crazy lucky.”
    • “The game has no original soundtrack and needs to be updated.”
  • atmosphere
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is characterized by its charming and nostalgic pixel art style, which resonates with players of all ages and contributes to a relaxing experience. While the graphics are simple yet effective, some reviewers suggest that a more immersive sound design could further enhance this tranquil ambiance. Overall, the game's aesthetic successfully creates a unique and inviting atmosphere.

    • “While it may not boast the hyper-realistic graphics of some AAA titles, the charming and nostalgic pixel art style creates a unique atmosphere that resonates with players of all ages.”
    • “Idle Skilling's graphics are simple but effective, with a charming and colorful art style that adds to the game's relaxing atmosphere.”
    • “While not essential to the gameplay, a more immersive sound design would enhance the game's relaxing atmosphere.”
  • replayability
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players highlight the high replayability of the game, praising its blend of old-school graphics and modern gameplay mechanics. The game is described as fun, challenging, and original, making it satisfying to return to after breaks, although some users suggest that in-game purchases could be more affordable to enhance the experience further. Overall, it is considered an excellent choice for fans of idle games.

    • “It is replayable, fun, challenging, and original.”
    • “Idle Skilling is an amazing game with large amounts of replayability and is very satisfying to come back to after a long time of AFKing, perfect for an idle game.”
    • “Before I rate it - first go play it, it's the old school graphics mixed with new style gameplay, everything is repeatable and replayable.”
    • “Before I rate it - first go play it, it's the old school graphics mixed with new style gameplay. Everything is repeatable and replayable, but buying gems needs to be cheaper. You can make more money in Idleon MMO since there still needs to be tons more added to that.”

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161h Median play time
352h Average play time
24-662h Spent by most gamers
*Based on 18 analyzed playthroughs

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