IdleOn

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IdleOn is a multiplayer casual role playing game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Lavaflame2 and was released on November 6, 2025. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

IdleOn is RPG where your characters keep leveling up when you're gone! Create unique class combos, and spend loot on powerful upgrades, all while cooking, mining, fishing, breeding, farming, and slaying bosses!

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gameplay405 positive mentions

grinding918 negative mentions

The gameplay offers a rich blend of idle mechanics and active engagement, with plenty of content and various activities like crafting, combat, and resource management.
The humor and whimsical quest design add charm to the game, creating an engaging atmosphere that resonates well with players.
The pixel art style is colorful and nostalgic, contributing to an enjoyable and immersive gaming experience.

Recent updates have introduced aggressive pay-to-win elements, leading to frustration among free-to-play players and concerns about the game's fairness.
The game suffers from significant stability issues, including frequent crashes and performance problems that detract from the overall experience.
Many players find the quest design repetitive and confusing, requiring external guides to navigate effectively, which can overwhelm new players.

gameplay
1,828 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Idleon" is characterized by a rich blend of idle mechanics and active gameplay, allowing players to engage in various activities such as crafting, combat, and resource management across multiple characters. While many players appreciate the depth and complexity of the mechanics, recent updates have introduced aggressive pay-to-win elements, particularly through gacha mechanics that lock powerful bonuses behind a paywall, leading to significant frustration within the community. Overall, while the core gameplay loop remains enjoyable, the increasing monetization strategies have raised concerns about the game's direction and fairness for free-to-play players.
- “As a game, Idleon is a really good incremental game; it has plenty of content and many mechanics that will keep you progressing for hours.”
- “The core gameplay is top-notch: idle, gain levels, gather loot, craft equipment, fight bosses.”
- “The gameplay is fun, and there are countless ways to upgrade yourself.”
- “This game has many gambling mechanics intertwined with its monetization.”
- “The recent holiday events have all included either a wheel-spinning or scratch-card mechanic to obtain rewards.”
- “I enjoyed the game initially, but it has become increasingly dependent on pay-to-win mechanics; as a free-to-play player, this has made progress feel significantly slower and less rewarding.”
story
1,059 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of "Legends of Idleon" is heavily influenced by the nostalgic elements of classic MMORPGs like MapleStory, featuring a mix of humorous and whimsical quests that often break the fourth wall. While the game offers a plethora of quests and engaging dialogue, many players find the quest design repetitive and sometimes confusing, requiring external guides to navigate effectively. Overall, the narrative is light-hearted and entertaining, appealing to fans of the genre, but it lacks depth and coherence, often feeling like a collection of fetch quests rather than a cohesive storyline.
- “The quest dialogue and flavor text of everything is silly, whimsical, witty, and cheeky.”
- “The storytelling and graphics are fantastic, and there’s so much charm in this game.”
- “The quirky characters bring subtle laughter as the quests provide continuous progression through a unique story line that is interwoven into a simple yet useful crafting system.”
- “It's full of shitty meta humor and/or 'reddit chungus' type humor that doesn't care about making something worth getting invested in, some genuinely really good spriting skills are wasted on the blandest characters around just for the excuse of giving you some of the most annoying quests in the world.”
- “The amount of quests and the lack of direction for most of them leave you feeling overwhelmed very quickly, then you have so many characters to manage all at once, all while trying to make progression in a reasonable amount of time.”
- “The quest dialogue is absolutely not helpful in many of the quest lines.”
grinding
936 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The grinding aspect of "Legends of Idleon" is a central theme, with players noting that it can be both rewarding and tedious. Many appreciate the ability to progress while offline or through multiple characters, allowing for a more relaxed grinding experience. However, some reviews highlight frustrations with the game's pacing, particularly in later stages where progression can feel excessively slow and heavily reliant on microtransactions, leading to a perception of pay-to-win mechanics. Overall, while the grind is integral to the gameplay, it can become overwhelming for some players.
- “Grindy, but not that grindy.”
- “There's always something to do, but it's not grindy.”
- “Overall, it has a really good balance and funny questlines; it is grindy but not too grindy.”
- “Unlocking a lot of the 'needed' features for the mid- to late game do either require some spending or a lot of grinding though.”
- “The game becomes a tedious grind for those unwilling or unable to spend exorbitant amounts of money on in-game purchases.”
- “It starts simple enough, long grindy game and even with the 715 hours I have currently I've still got 5000k more hours to put in.”
monetization
821 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization in this game has drawn significant criticism for being excessively aggressive and predatory, with many players describing it as a cash grab that heavily favors pay-to-win mechanics. Users report frequent pop-up ads and in-game purchases that create a stark divide between paying and non-paying players, leading to frustration over the game's shift from a fair free-to-play model to one that increasingly relies on microtransactions and gambling mechanics. While some players still find enjoyment in the core gameplay, the overwhelming focus on monetization has soured the experience for many, prompting calls for a more balanced approach.
- “The monetization has become increasingly aggressive.”
- “The concern is not that monetization exists, but that its current trajectory risks harming the game’s long-term health, alienating loyal players, and discouraging new ones.”
- “Idleon could still thrive with a more sustainable and transparent monetization approach—one that prioritizes optional convenience over power, avoids excessive FOMO, and allows new content to stand on its own without being tuned around paid advantages.”
- “Fun gameplay loop, but the pay-to-win packs and other monetization have very predatory design.”
- “This game has many gambling mechanics intertwined with its monetization.”
- “The monetization has become downright predatory.”
humor
505 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in "Legends of Idleon" is widely praised for its quirky, self-aware, and often meme-inspired dialogue, which adds charm and personality to the game. Players appreciate the lighthearted tone and clever writing that keeps the experience engaging, although some find the humor can be hit-or-miss or occasionally cringeworthy. Overall, the game's comedic elements, combined with its pixel art and engaging mechanics, create a fun and entertaining atmosphere that resonates well with its audience.
- “It's great to have an RPG where grinding off camera is a feature, not a chore, and many of the jokes made in the game are actually funny.”
- “The humor is quirky, the art style is charming, and there's always something new to unlock or explore.”
- “The dialogue is witty and funny, the concept alone is pretty freaking amazing, and the NPCs are adorable.”
- “Not funny at all.”
- “It could be a simpler, fun runescape, but instead it is what seems to be a vast world with lots of features that are dominated by cringy and painfully unfunny jokes.”
- “Some of the humor can seem kind of cringey at times, but it's always in good taste.”
graphics
344 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of "Legends of Idleon" are characterized by a charming pixel art style that many players find nostalgic and appealing, reminiscent of classic games like MapleStory. While some reviews note that the visuals can be simplistic or inconsistent, the overall aesthetic is praised for its creativity, humor, and vibrant colors, contributing to an engaging and enjoyable gameplay experience. However, a few players express concerns about graphical performance and the need for updates to improve visual quality.
- “The pixel art style is charming and colorful, and the game surprisingly has a lot of depth for an idle game.”
- “The graphics are adorably charming, and the characters are so quirky that you’ll find yourself chuckling at their antics.”
- “The game features colorful and detailed 2D graphics, reminiscent of classic retro games.”
- “The graphics are outdated, the gameplay is repetitive, and the rewards feel insignificant.”
- “The biggest flaw is the graphics and inconsistent pixel sizes between sprites.”
- “The pixelated art style may have been intended as a nostalgic throwback, but it ends up feeling cheap and outdated.”
music
109 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many players praising its charm and ability to enhance the overall experience, often drawing comparisons to nostalgic titles like MapleStory. While some find the soundtracks enjoyable and fitting for the game's atmosphere, others note that the music can become repetitive over time, leading to a preference for muting it during extended play sessions. Overall, the music is generally considered a strong aspect of the game, contributing to its engaging and immersive environment.
- “The art, music, and overall design show real creativity, and it is clear that the developer is capable of building something special that could have long-term staying power.”
- “Idle MMO's presentation is charming and immersive, with colorful graphics, lively animations, and atmospheric music that bring the game's world to life.”
- “Amazing combination of fun gameplay hooks, humor, charming art and music, just bursting with creativity.”
- “Looks like a good game, but the soundtracks are the worst...”
- “The music is annoying.”
- “It was just a bunch of annoying chiptune music that made my ears bleed.”
stability
101 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is widely criticized, with numerous reports of severe bugs, crashes, and freezes across platforms, particularly during high-load scenarios. Many players express frustration over lost progress due to these issues, while some acknowledge minor bugs but still find the game enjoyable. Overall, the consensus is that the game suffers from significant stability problems, detracting from the overall experience.
- “Awesome game, runs great events throughout the year.”
- “Game is decently fun and relatively bug free, and there are many things to play with that will all contribute to your account at large.”
- “It's fixed now, and runs great.”
- “However, the game is rife with bugs, including "white screen" crashes on PC and freezes on mobile that remain unfixed after years.”
- “The game is extremely buggy and it can just choose to not let you complete a quest and softlock your progress with that character; it doesn't happen often, but I've also experienced crashes.”
- “The once vibrant and immersive gaming experience has been marred by technical glitches and debilitating issues, leaving dedicated players like myself in a state of utter despair.”
optimization
71 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization has been widely criticized, with players reporting frequent crashes, stuttering, and significant performance issues, particularly during late-game scenarios and when multiple items are on screen. Despite some players appreciating the depth of optimization strategies available, many feel that the game's performance is unacceptably poor for a title of its type, often leading to frustration and a diminished gaming experience. Overall, while the game has potential, its technical shortcomings hinder enjoyment and progression.
- “Idleon has fantastic art direction, genuinely fun optimization loops, and for a long time it was one of my favorite idle games.”
- “Great game to sink your teeth into if you prefer the idle genre or enjoy optimization and growth over time.”
- “Very complex RPG idler with a ton of room for optimization.”
- “Constant stuttering (no matter what you're doing) and low fps doing certain tasks, to the extent things can become unplayable.”
- “This slop has absolutely no optimization, it has crashed over 400 times in the last 370 hours of playtime and there is no fix for it. You would think they would have some form of prevention considering you lose the last 20 seconds of progress every time it happens too, and it's not the devices that are struggling with upholding the content either.”
- “Performance issues remain another long-standing problem.”
emotional
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game elicits a mixed response from players, with some expressing deep emotional connections and moments of joy, while others highlight frustrations with the developer's communication and perceived emotional manipulation. Many players appreciate the game's wholesome community and nostalgic elements, but caution against forming strong attachments due to ongoing issues and monetization concerns. Overall, the emotional experience is characterized by both heartfelt engagement and significant dissatisfaction.
- “Very cute game, I cried.”
- “Great game, with satisfying mechanics, hilarious dialogue, and an extremely wholesome dev and community.”
- “Best free-to-play idle game out there, and totally wholesome.”
replayability
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game is praised for its high replayability, with many players highlighting the ability to switch between classes and create multiple characters as key features that encourage experimentation. While some users note minor issues that could affect the experience, the game's content and updates have significantly enhanced its replay value, making it enjoyable for both casual and dedicated players. However, a few reviews mention that certain aspects, like hidden achievements, can detract from the overall replayability experience.
- “If you're looking for something deep, charming, and endlessly replayable, this game is dangerously good.”
- “Players can switch between classes freely, promoting experimentation and replayability.”
- “I feel like it is important to start with the amount of content this game has, and its insane replayability and speedrun potential.”
- “Solid but despite being supposed to be replayed it has very little replayability.”
- “You can get locked out from unique achievements in the first 10 minutes of the game because you do not know it's in the game, and there is no way to get it after (hidden in non-replayable tutorial).”
- “Seems like lots of content with 'replayability' from the multiple characters you create.”
atmosphere
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is a mix of charm and humor, featuring colorful graphics, lively animations, and engaging music that create an immersive experience. While many players appreciate the friendly community and active developer engagement, concerns about censorship and a stifling ban policy contribute to a conflicting atmosphere. Overall, the game successfully evokes nostalgia and a feel-good vibe reminiscent of classic 2D platformers.
- “There’s a friendly atmosphere where players share tips and strategies, and I love how active the developers are in engaging with the community.”
- “The game has lots of witty banter and light humor, making for a nice atmosphere.”
- “Idle MMO's presentation is charming and immersive, with colorful graphics, lively animations, and atmospheric music that bring the game's world to life.”
- “The developer's oppressive ban policy, which stifles negative feedback and open communication, creates an atmosphere of fear and censorship.”
- “The developer/community atmosphere is a problem.”
- “I just love this chilly atmosphere, and the riddles about it still have a lot to do after 577 hours.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features extensive character development, with players able to unlock multiple characters, enhancing the overall experience. The vibrant and whimsical character designs contribute to a playful aesthetic that appeals to fans of character-driven narratives. Overall, the game offers a rich and engaging environment for those who enjoy character progression.
- “Heaps of character development; I currently have 9 characters unlocked.”
- “The developer has crafted a wonderful game with plenty of activities that will make any fan of character development happy for many, many hours!”
- “The vibrant colors and character designs are cute and whimsical, which makes the experience enjoyable for those who appreciate a more playful aesthetic.”
- “The character development feels shallow and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the characters.”
- “I was disappointed by the lack of meaningful choices in character development; it feels like a missed opportunity.”
- “The characters seem one-dimensional, and their growth throughout the game is minimal at best.”