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Pet idle

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70%Game Brain Score
graphics, emotional
monetization, gameplay
70% User Score Based on 312 reviews

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Pet idle is a single player casual management game. It was developed by Alphaquest Games and was released on December 9, 2021. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Pet Idle is a simulation game where you can take care of various virtual animals! Build and manage your home to be a cozy home for many pets!

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70%
Audience ScoreBased on 312 reviews
graphics7 positive mentions
monetization14 negative mentions

  • Cute and simple idle game with a variety of pets to choose from.
  • Engaging garden feature that allows for additional activities like fishing and bug catching.
  • Free to play with the option to earn in-game currency without spending real money.
  • Not a true idle game; pets require constant attention and their needs deplete quickly.
  • Clunky UI and controls that can be frustrating to navigate.
  • Heavy emphasis on microtransactions and ads, which can detract from the overall experience.
  • monetization
    23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization in this game is heavily criticized for its intrusive and unskippable in-game advertisements, which detract from the overall experience. Players note that while the game offers in-game purchases and the option to earn tokens for real money, the constant push for microtransactions feels excessive and reminiscent of a cash grab typical of mobile ports. However, some users mention that it is possible to enjoy the game without spending money, despite the frequent prompts for purchases.

    • “There are in-game purchases, but you are not required to buy them.”
    • “It's not difficult to get into, and even though there are in-game purchases, you could comfortably play without spending any money.”
    • “Honest feelings and first impressions: it's pretty much just a ported mobile game - nothing wrong with that, however I feel like things move way too fast and everything is thrown at you at once; there are also frequent in-game purchases that pop up often (I'm aware the game is free to play, but the add-ons are very in your face).”
    • “This game features prominently placed, unskippable, and potentially disruptive real-world advertisements.”
    • “Another one of those annoying apps (doesn't deserve to be called a 'game') that shoves sales pages in your face all the time, has repeated excessive microtransactions that don't really add much quality to play and leaves you bored with nothing to do in less than five minutes.”
    • “It has ads, asks for payment, generally has all the expected traits of a cash grab mobile game.”
  • gameplay
    15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is criticized for being slow, repetitive, and lacking variety, leading to boredom among players. While some find the concept appealing, many express frustration with intrusive UI, clunky controls, and the prevalence of microtransactions that detract from the experience. Overall, the game struggles to provide engaging content, often reducing to an idle format that requires minimal interaction.

    • “Gameplay is fun, and I just wish there was a way to get rewards that I missed.”
    • “There can be a few glitches here and there, but they're rare and don't really impact gameplay.”
    • “It does require some gameplay, and it eventually turns into an idler.”
    • “But the gameplay is slow, boring and does not feel fun at all.”
    • “The game becomes repetitive and the lack of variety in gameplay leads to boredom setting in relatively quickly.”
    • “Tl;dr the game does not give me any reason to play it, and any gameplay it has is clunky, buggy and full of 'buy this $5 pack' for... no real benefits.”
  • graphics
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are generally described as cute and colorful, with a charming cartoon aesthetic that appeals to many players. While some appreciate the retro style and the quality of animations, others find the visuals shallow and lacking in depth, with certain promised features missing from the game. Overall, the graphics are considered a highlight for a browser idle game, though they may not be enough to elevate the overall experience for everyone.

    • “The graphics are quite nice for a browser idle game, so that was a bonus.”
    • “The cartoon graphics are really good, and the game is very charming overall.”
    • “The graphics are absolutely adorable, and the animations are great.”
    • “The game visuals and the game itself are incredibly shallow... think of them as the too-bright, colorful, thin plastic cabinet dress theme on a poker machine at the casino.”
    • “Some of the pet skins shown in the artwork aren't even available in the game.”
    • “The game is cute and the graphics are cute, it's not enough to save the game for me though.”
  • story
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story aspect of the game is criticized for its reliance on daily quests and the slow progression tied to earning diamonds, which are essential for gameplay. Players feel that the quest system can be frustrating, particularly when tasks require significant time investment or specific levels, leading to a perception of the game being money-grubbing. Overall, while diamonds can be earned through gameplay, the mechanics may discourage players from fully engaging with the story.

    • “Also, early game you can't do half the quests because you have to be a certain level.”
    • “I can catch bugs but there isn't any bug collection I could make, any reason to do it other than some vague daily quests to get maybe 4 gems out of ...200 I'd need to get anything remotely worth it.”
    • “"harvest 5 mangoes", when the tree takes 2 days to grow and be harvestable, and given this quest as your day 1 quest is a little money grubbing since you need to use gems to speed up growth.”
  • grinding
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The grinding aspect of the game is often described as tedious and time-consuming, requiring significant active effort rather than allowing for idle play. While some players appreciate the variety of activities like pet care, fishing, and farming, many find the grind excessive and lacking in meaningful rewards, leading to frustration over the time investment needed for achievements. Overall, the game could benefit from more engaging incentives to motivate players through the grinding process.

    • “As other reviews have stated, some will find it tedious.”
    • “That was a tedious slog.”
    • “Heck, it isn't even a proper idle game because you have to earn the drones through hours of active grinding to get any semblance of idle play.”
  • music
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally well-received, described as cute, uplifting, and relaxing, with a particular appreciation for the slow, airy track. However, some users note that certain pieces can feel sad. Overall, it contributes positively to the calming atmosphere of the game, earning an 8/10 rating.

    • “The two music tracks are very uplifting and relaxing.”
    • “Especially the slow, airy song is a favorite.”
    • “I'm enjoying the game because it's very calming and the music is a vibe.”
    • “But the music is sometimes sad.”
    • “The 2 music tracks are very uplifting and relaxing.”
    • “Only started but enjoying the game because it's very calming and the music is a vibe.”
  • stability
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability is generally described as inconsistent, with occasional bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay, particularly when the game loses focus. While some users report rare issues that don't significantly affect the overall experience, others criticize the game for being overly buggy and predatory in its monetization approach.

    • “The game freezes if it is not in focus, which kills the entire idea of an idle game: you want to be able to do other things at the same time.”
    • “Imagine making a game so bad, buggy, and predatory that it makes Farmville look like a AAA release.”
    • “The game does not give me any reason to play it, and any gameplay it has is clunky, buggy, and full of 'buy this $5 pack' for no real benefits.”
  • emotional
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is praised for its emotional appeal, offering a fun and heartwarming experience as players care for animals, particularly highlighting the charm of pets like shiba inus and pandas. Its casual and wholesome nature fosters a sense of connection and joy, making it a delightful choice for animal lovers.

    • “It is fun and heartwarming; you can take care of animals, and a panda comments on your favorite animal. Mine's the Shiba Inu.”
    • “Cute, casual, wholesome game where you take care of your pets' needs.”
  • humor
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is highlighted by users as being particularly amusing, especially due to the poorly executed German translation, which adds an unintended comedic element.

    • “The German translation is hilariously bad, lol.”
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Pet idle is a casual management game.

Pet idle is available on PC, Web Browser, Steam Deck and Windows.

On average players spend around 7 hours playing Pet idle.

Pet idle was released on December 9, 2021.

Pet idle was developed by Alphaquest Games.

Pet idle has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its monetization.

Pet idle is a single player game.

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