Idle Success

About

"Idle Success" is a life simulator game that puts you in charge of your own life. Build your career, increase your wealth, and upgrade your lifestyle, all while managing relationships and hobbies. As a idle game, it allows for progress even when you're not actively playing, making it a flexible and engaging experience for players seeking to master the art of success.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

91%

Audience ScoreBased on 2,278 reviews

humor9 positive mentions

monetization159 negative mentions

The gameplay is easy and addictive, making it a great idle game to pass the time.
The graphics are simple yet charming, and the calming music enhances the overall experience.
The game evolves as you progress, providing a sense of achievement and motivation to keep playing.

The game is plagued by excessive ads, which can interrupt gameplay and frustrate players.
Progress can be reset unexpectedly, leading to a loss of hours of gameplay and upgrades.
The game has been criticized for its sexist portrayal of characters, particularly in how it represents gender roles.

monetization
171 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
6%
1%
93%
The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with users expressing frustration over the excessive number of ads, including forced ads that disrupt gameplay and pop-ups for subscriptions. Many players feel that the game relies too heavily on watching ads to progress, leading to a frustrating experience, while a few users noted that optional ads for rewards are less intrusive. Overall, the consensus is that the ad frequency detracts significantly from the enjoyment of the game.
- “Damn this game is so cool guys... no ads as you are upgrading and more idle games do that.... ads only where is need to watch... very cool keep up with the features”
- “No ads in my face, the ads for this game are real and it runs smoothly”
- “I love it, there's no ads and so much fun”
- “There are also tons of ads which gets annoying after 10 minutes as well as constant pop-ups asking for weekly payments and subscriptions that will appear when you are tapping, so you accidentally tap it.”
- “Cute game idea, but the ads are just too much. At some points of the game, you're just not capable of playing without watching ads to get money. You are not forced to watch it, but without watching the ads, it's just nearly impossible to play fluently.”
- “Way too many forced ads. The game relies too much on ads, making it nearly unplayable.”
gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
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The gameplay is generally easy to learn and features calming music, but it suffers from repetitiveness typical of idle games. While some players appreciate the lack of forced ads, others find the intrusive ads and limited bonuses detract from the overall experience, leading to frustration and a sense of lost progress. Overall, it serves as a decent filler game, though it may not hold long-term interest.
- “The gameplay is easy, graphics are basic, and the music is calming (as opposed to other idle games that have annoying music).”
- “The game mechanics are simple and easy to learn.”
- “I expected an ad-filled game, but to my surprise, there are no forced ads at all and the idle gameplay is exactly what you expect.”
- “The gameplay is repetitive (much like every other idle game) but the progression doesn't feel like a steep ramp that's easy for the first 10 minutes, then after a few levels it takes days to progress. I'm kinda bored with it after 3 days, but it's a good filler to keep with the other games you're simultaneously playing.”
- “Multiple times I've closed out only to find that when I return I've lost everything I did in the prior 5-6 minutes of gameplay.”
- “More ads than actual gameplay, and bonuses are only for two minutes, criminally low.”
humor
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with many users finding it entertaining and funny, often describing it as a great way to pass the time. Players enjoy the comedic elements, including amusing glitches and quirky moments, which enhance their overall experience. Overall, the game successfully delivers a lighthearted and enjoyable atmosphere.
- “It's just so cool and I like the game; it's soooo funny. Great game!”
- “This is so fun and funny.”
- “This is an amazing game and funny.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
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The graphics of the game are generally well-received, with many users praising them as "pretty" and "cute." However, some players feel that the graphics do not compensate for the game's ad frequency and lack of depth in gameplay. Overall, while the visuals are a highlight, they are accompanied by concerns about the balance between ads and engaging content.
- “Really fun game to play, controls are easy, graphics are pretty good.”
- “I really like the game graphics.”
- “😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊 I love the graphics.”
- “Cute graphics but it's more ads than gameplay.”
- “More on graphics and things to do so it doesn't get boring.”
- “Pretty graphics, but.... not really much to it.”
stability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The stability of the game receives mixed reviews, with some players experiencing frequent glitches and ad-related freezes, while others report minimal issues and enjoy a smooth gameplay experience. Overall, the game's performance appears to vary significantly among users, leading to a divided perception of its stability.
- “There are also glitches and errors, and it's essentially a game that's loosely structured around endless ad-watching.”
- “I would rate 5 stars but every time ads come up the ad freezes and I press the X and that won't work, so I was trying to get 55 million through then it freezes.”
- “Game glitches too much that I have to restart the game.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally praised for its calming and relaxing qualities, providing a pleasant contrast to the often annoying soundtracks found in other idle games. Some users noted that the soundtrack has a nostalgic feel reminiscent of 90s softcore porn, adding a unique charm to the overall experience.
- “The gameplay is easy, graphics are basic, the music is calming (as opposed to other idle games that have annoying music).”
- “Fun smooth game with great relaxing music.”
- “The soundtrack sounds like it's straight out of 90's softcore porn.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
67%
The story aspect of the game has received mixed feedback, with some players expressing frustration over unexpected narrative shifts and content that feels inappropriate for their age. There is a desire for more customization and engaging storylines, similar to other popular games, indicating that players seek a more coherent and age-appropriate narrative experience.
- “I've been playing this for about a month, and I didn't notice what was going on at first. Then I saw an icon of a female character, decided to press it, and it opened up a whole new story!”
- “I have a great idea! What if you create a game based on DBZ Kakarot where you could customize your character and add unique storylines? That would be really cool!”
- “I've been playing this for about a month and I didn't notice what was going on. Then I saw an icon of a female, I decided to press it, and it's a whole new story!”
- “This made me really mad. Even if you can go back to the boy's story, you better do something or I might just uninstall this game. Also, this is now currently turned sexier, so this isn't even for my age now!”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate the game's optimization, noting that it runs smoothly without intrusive ads, enhancing the overall experience.
- “No ads in my face; the ads for this game are real, and it runs smoothly.”