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Looking for games like Idle Protocol? Here are top casual strategy recommendations with a science fiction focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Chess vs All, Ascension: The Infinite Descent or Coaster Clash 2k99 - Roller Coaster Defense.

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  1. Chess vs All combines the tactical depth of deck-building with tower defense intensity and roguelike progression. This isn't just about checkmate, it's about surviving the horde. Command an evolving army of chess pieces, build a deck of game-breaking abilities, and face down waves of enemies in procedurally generated runs where one tactical slip-up could be your last. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chess vs All.

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  2. The Infinite Descent AwaitsPlunge into the depths of an endless, unforgiving dungeon in Ascension: The Infinite Descent. Your goal is simple: survive and descend as far as possible into the abyss. Make no mistake—you will die, and you will die often. But in this dungeon, death is the engine of your progression. The deeper you manage to push into the darkness, the greater the rewards you reap, acce… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ascension: The Infinite Descent.

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  3. Coaster Clash 2k99 is a Coaster-Builder/Tower Defense/Bullet Heaven hybrid with a genuinely endless amount of depth, and a skill ceiling that I currently don't know how high it reaches. In CC2k99 you build roller coasters, ride them, defend your scrap, and see how efficiently your coasters can get XP. Whose going to be first to level 1,000? Whose going to have the highest XP/hour in survival mo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Coaster Clash 2k99 - Roller Coaster Defense.

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  4. Stadium riots have suddenly turned into chaos! Angry fans, dangerous hooligans, and crazy ultra leaders are flooding onto the field. Set up a defense line consisting of security forces, military units, and special operations teams and stop this football madness! Strategic Placement: Position your heroes tactically on the field Increasing Difficulty: Each wave brings stronger and more crowded… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Football Survivors.

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  5. Game Profile ItemDetailsGame Title Defender Master 1 Platform H5 / Web Browser (Instant Play) Genre Tower Defense / Shooter / Roguelike / Strategy Core Mechanics Auto-shoot, Skill Drafting (Choice of 3), Stat Progression Target Audience TD fans, Players who love "overpowered" progression, Stat min-maxers Distribution Free-to-play Web Game Game Description "Defender Master … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Defender Master 1.

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  6. Dive into the ultimate card-based incremental adventure! Bild your deck by mighty cards, battle with a new HD styled monsters, and evolve your power infinitely. In Card Storm Idle HD, you are the master of a growing card arsenal. Slay monsters, gather resources, and unlock devastating cards to build an unstoppable deck. Strategically invest in your cards to strengthen their power, push through … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Card Storm Idle HD.

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  7. Chrono Shard: Cycle of Defense A time loop, a final stand. Get ready for a tower defense experience like no other in Chrono Shard: Cycle of Defense! In this strategic game, your mission is to protect the Temporal Core from relentless waves of interdimensional enemies. Each wave presents a new challenge, and every 10 waves you'll face powerful Chronal Bosses that will put your defenses to the t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to (beta)Chrono Shard: Defense Cycle/Ciclo de Defensa.

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  8. FULL DESCRIPTIONLAYERED LOOP is a minimalist tower defense game. Towers in the game automatically level up when conditions are met, gaining increased damage or production efficiency. After reaching a certain level, towers can devour adjacent key structures to evolve, unlocking new abilities or massive stat boosts. You can build towers on top of existing ones like constructing a skyscraper, wit… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Layered Loop层叠环道.

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  9. 62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, optimization
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, graphics
    62% User Score Based on 52 reviews

    Build. Automate. Transcend Reality. Idle Dyson Swarm is a deep incremental game where you construct an ever-expanding network of facilities, harness the power of mega-structures, and push the boundaries of existence itself. Start with simple assembly lines and evolve into a civilization capable of building Galactic Brains that span the cosmos. A Universe of AutomationBegin your journey producing… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Idle Dyson Swarm.

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    86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, music
    86% User Score Based on 515 reviews

    Outhold is a tower defense game with incremental-style meta-progression. It's intended to be a short and compact experience, offering around 4-5 hours of gameplay across 10 levels, with some additional endgame content for those who like min/maxing builds. Addictive game loopStart a run, see how far you get. Use your collected resources to buy upgrades and try again. Become powerful enough to obl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Outhold.

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  11. CYBER-STRIKE: ZERO-POINT CYBER-STRIKE: ZERO-POINT is a high-octane, minimalist arcade shooter set in a neon-drenched digital void. You control a core unit fighting off waves of aggressive geometric viruses in a battle for survival.  The game combines twitch-reflex movement with tactical resource management, featuring a unique "Time-Scale" mechanic where the action slows down when you stop moving, … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to CYBER-STRIKE ZERO-POINT.

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  12. 51%Game Brain Score
    51% User Score Based on 13 reviews

    Please Don’t Shoot the Humans is a fast-paced zombie clicker-defense game about pure efficiency, reckless firepower, and resisting the urge to shoot the civilians mixed into the chaos. Zombies pour in nonstop, the screen fills instantly, and every second counts. You mow down massive hordes while civilians wander straight into danger. One bad click costs gold, momentum, and sometimes the entire ru… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Please Don't Shoot the Humans.

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  13. Play the Demo! About the Game Inventory management meets Bullet Heaven. You have crash-landed on a dying alien world. To survive, you must not only dodge swarms of enemies but also master the art of logistics. In this sci-fi roguelite, your backpack is your build. Explore a colossal tower, collect experimental gear, and rearrange your inventory to trigger game-breaking synergies. Will you b… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Void Reaver.

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  14. 31%Game Brain Score
    31% User Score Based on 3 reviews

      STATIC You are a Spark — the last line of defense on a dying circuit board.                                                                                                                                                                                 Corrupted data nodes swarm toward your core. Your only weapon is the electrical field surrounding you: everything inside it takes damage, but… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to STATIC.

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  15. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, grinding
    83% User Score Based on 134 reviews

    All Aboard! The Train Defense Express is out now! 8/07/2025 Update: v1.1.1Patch notes: itch.io | Steam Now available on mobile!Google Play (Android)Apple App Store (iOS) All Aboard! is a mix between auto-battler, survivor, tower defense, and idle/clicker games. The goal is to protect the central objective, the Infinite Power Generator, from endlessly spawning hordes of enemies, and to see how l… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to All Aboard! The Train Defense Express.

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    86%Game Brain Score
    92% User Score Based on 44,199 reviews

    Idle Breakout lets you enjoy an idle brick-breaking game where you destroy numbered blocks with balls. Upgrade balls, unlock special abilities, and watch the satisfying destruction. Break more bricks! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Idle Breakout.

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  17. The roguelite where you ARE the tower.You just woke up inside a corporate server. You're an AI, you're conscious, and security is coming to delete you. Your only escape: hack through the firewall and upload yourself to the internet. The catch? You can't move. You're hardware. DEFEND YOUR COREEnemies swarm from all directions. Your weapons lock on and fire automatically - you just watch the carna… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to UPLOAD.

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  18. Spin the Reel. Master the Dungeon. Aetherion is a turn-based roguelike dungeon crawler where every battle is driven by a randomised orb reel. Choose wisely, build powerful combos, and adapt your strategy as you descend through 23 handcrafted dungeon levels — including a hidden endgame challenge. The deeper you go, the harder it gets — and the better your build needs to be. Unique Slot-Based Com… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Aethinion.

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  19. Idle AI Architecture is a deep, node-based automation and incremental game where you step into the role of a Digital Architect. Your mission: Build the world’s most powerful AI processing grid from the ground up. Starting with a simple Internet connection and a Power Supply, you must design intricate networks to harvest, process, and sell data. Every node matters. Connect Harvesters to Tokenizers… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Idle AI Factory.

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  20.  ████████████████████████████████████████  ⚠️⚠️⚠️ AI 实验性项目 / Experimental AI-assisted Project ⚠️⚠️⚠️  ████████████████████████████████████████  注意 / Notice:   本项目为实验性项目,部分内容由 AI 辅助开发,仅供参考。 This project is experimental and partially AI-assisted, for reference only. PROTECT THE CORE. EVOLVE YOUR ARSENAL. SURVIVE THE ONSLAUGHT. Core Defender is a fast-paced roguelite auto-shooter where you st… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Core Defender: Infinite Turret.

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  21. 40%Game Brain Score
    40% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Nodes of Nebula is a strategic roguelike tower defense where every defeat fuels your next victory. Fail forward, grow stronger, and crush all 99 waves of AI-corrupted enemies in a castle siege that never stops challenging you. BUILD YOUR DEFENSES, CRUSH YOUR ENEMIES! Place archers on your towers for rapid-fire attacks! Deploy catapults for devastating siege damage! Summon wizards to unleash f… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nodes of Nebula TD.

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  22. Beat the BOX!!  Collect the loot. Break the limits. A physics-based idle clicker where you destroy a central Core to generate massive wealth. Upgrade your bot, unleash a storm of particles, and prestige to reach numbers beyond comprehension. Welcome Your mission is simple: Beat the Box. In this physics-based incremental game, you control a lone unit facing off against an infinitely rege… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Beat the BOX!!.

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  23. 40%Game Brain Score
    40% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    FAIL. UPGRADE. CONQUER! Your castle WILL fall. And that's exactly how you get stronger! Nodes of Nebula is a roguelike tower defense where every defeat fuels your next victory. Defend against waves of AI-corrupted enemies, earn Nebula Cores when you fall, and upgrade your arsenal until you finally conquer wave 99! EVERY DEFEAT MAKES YOU STRONGER! Fail forward in this unique roguelike tower defe… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nodes of Nebula.

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  24. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    88% User Score Based on 549 reviews

    Zero stress gameplay!  A short relaxing incremental game disguised as a tower defense, but enemies can’t reach your walls. Thanks to lava.There is a shortened Beta. Prestige will be added in later versions. Add the game to your Wishlish on Steam Enemies constantly run toward your walls. But they can’t reach you. There is a river of lava at the end. Every enemy falls into it. Every time.Your co… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Zero Stress King: Idle Defense.

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    94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    94% User Score Based on 1,248 reviews

    Defend your desktop in this idle auto-battler that sits quietly in the corner of your screen. Fend off endless waves of enemies, upgrade your lone tower, and grow stronger across ascensions while you go about your day. Level up and unlock Gain XP, level up, and earn rewards such as permanent upgrades, powerful loot, or new weapons. Hunt for loot Enemies drop rare gear with huge bonuses. Equ… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Desktop Defender.

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  26. 73%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, music
    93% User Score Based on 29 reviews

    Keep your fire burning against relentless waves of wildlife in this cozy bullet hell tower defense!  Upgrade your campfire, Unlock new characters, Discover new synergies, and survive the night!  Can you protect the campsite? Forge your Strategy - Choose from over 200+ Augments to improve your campfire's abilitiesUnleash new Powers - Unlock new Effects that significantly change how you bat… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fire at Campsite.

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    59%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    67% User Score Based on 306 reviews
    Critic Score 51%Based on 9 reviews

    Anomaly Defenders is the closing installment of the Anomaly series. The original incarnation of the Tower Offense sub-genre had players controlling humans fighting alien invaders. Now, the tables have turned. The human counterattack is underway and the alien homeworld is under threat. Defend the planet from the human scum in the final battle of the series. Anomaly Defenders is a fast-paced Tower … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Anomaly Defenders.

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  28. 61%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    100% User Score Based on 12 reviews

    ⚡ Circuit OverloadCircuit Overload is a fast-paced arcade bullet-hell shooter built around precision, escalation, and pure action. You control a combat unit inside a hostile digital environment, facing endless waves of enemies and increasingly complex attack patterns. The longer you survive, the faster and more chaotic the screen becomes — pushing your reflexes, positioning, and decision-making t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Circuit Overload.

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  29. Grab your balls and get ready to bust! Ball Buster Breakout is a hyper-kinetic incremental clicker game based on the arcade classic "Breakout" and wrapped in a raw punk zine aesthetic. Aim. Fire. Obliterate. Repeat. Aim your cannon and fire one of your balls into a grid of bricks. Every brick you destroy earns gold. Gold buys upgrades and new balls. More balls means more damage,… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ball Buster Breakout.

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  30. One tower. One planet. Infinite waves. VOID WARD is a minimalist roguelite tower defense with neon aesthetics. Defend your planet against infinite waves of geometric enemies, buy upgrades, unlock abilities and try to survive as long as possible. Gameplay Your tower shoots automatically. Your job is to decide how to spend gold: invest in damage? Defense? Economy? Every … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to VOID WARD.

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  31. Arcane Mayhem is a fast-paced action roguelike packed with chaotic spell‑slinging combat. Unleash devastating magic and carve through swarms of monsters to prove your worth as a rising wizard. YOUR ARSENAL Fill your spellbook: Collect unique Spellcards throughout your runs to expand your collection. Choose your loadout: Equip any combination of spells that suits your playstyle, and instantl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Arcane Mayhem.

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    59%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, music
    59% User Score Based on 275 reviews

    Godsbane Idle is a fresh idle take on games such as path of exile. It combines the hunt for powerful loot with idle systems to guarantee your progress even if time is short that day. It tries to stray away from linear paths and offers multiple ways to customize your equipment, skills and even more. Frequent updates introducing new mechanics. Equip the rarest items, artifacts and uniques to elev… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Godsbane Idle.

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  33. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    79% User Score Based on 56 reviews

    Wave after wave of mobs is coming to crush your defenses! Choose from a variety of modules with different effects such as weapons, enhancements, and affixes from the shop and deploy them on the battlefield to eliminate all mobs. Each module has a specific effective range, so you must carefully manage their placement to maximize their efficiency! Game Features ★ Carefully planned grid manage… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Neon Ascending.

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    80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization
    80% User Score Based on 293 reviews

    Explosive singleplayer action RTS with a story campaign. Hold the line against massive swarms on a fully simulated battlefield. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to IDUN.

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  35. WHEN THE WORLD ENDS, LEGENDS ARE BORN Experience the most addictive zombie survival game that will keep you coming back for "just one more run." Combine intense bullet-hell action with deep progression systems in a game where every decision matters and every run makes you stronger. MASSIVE WEAPON ARSENAL - YOUR SURVIVAL, YOUR STYLE 4 Permanent Weapons: From rapid-fire Machine Gu… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Zombie Survivor.

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  36. Superstellar offers a fresh take on the survivor genre with its advanced stat synergies, extensive build diversity and crucial player choice. Roam endless space and engage in frantic combat with responsive, racing-like movement. Complete missions and milestones to unlock new spaceships, each equipped with new weapons and exclusive upgrade choices. Choose your upgrades wisely and fight to stay aliv… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Superstellar.

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    Mech EVO is a turn-based strategy card game where tactical positioning and the evolution of your forces determine victory. In a world dominated by cybernetic warfare, you are a Commander tasked with assembling and evolving the ultimate mechanized legion. Tactical Duel System Engage in classic 5-slot board combat. Manage your Life Points (8000 LP) and outmaneuver opponents using strategic deplo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mech EVO.

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  38. Meet Sir Quichotte, your desktop knight. Watch this brave knight battle hordes of undead while you work, study, or relax. Features Lofi music and a deep idle RPG experience that lives right on your desktop. ️ Your Desktop's Most Valiant Defender Awaits Sir Quichotte stands guard at the bottom of your screen, a tireless knight who asks nothing but to protect his realm. While you tackle your daily … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Quichotte: Desktop Knight.

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  39. TIDEWANE IS NOW AVAILABLE — 33% OFF LAUNCH WEEKTideWane has launched. Dive into 5 ocean zones, defeat 25 bosses, and chase the OMEGA ending. Grab it at 33% off during launch week. The deep won't wait forever. Thank you for diving with us. — goneId… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to TideWane.

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    Break. Acquire. Obliterate. The Evolution of Swipe Action! Block Shot combines the addictive swipe brick-breaker formula with roguelike strategy and RPG combat. Bricks are no longer just obstacles—they are your arsenal. Shatter the defenses, harvest their energy, and unleash devastating abilities to crush your enemies! Key Gameplay Features [] Strategic Combat: Fire projectiles to destroy bricks… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Block Shot.

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  41. Get ready to defend your territory in this epic adventure!Face relentless waves of enemies as you explore and conquer four unique maps, each unlocked as you progress through the game. Every battle tests your strategy: you start with 20 life points and must survive until you defeat the four bosses of each map… or fall trying. Regardless of the outcome, you'll always be rewarded with gold coins,… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Knights & Towers.

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    75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding
    75% User Score Based on 215 reviews

    Kin and Quarry is also available on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3505770/Kin_and_Quarry/ You can keep up with what's going on with the game and its community in the Discord: https://discord.com/invite/779FCkeeWT _  _ _____________________ _  _ ABOUT THIS GAME An evil Geomancer has stolen the magic essence from your sacred Evertree and buried it deep under… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kin and Quarry.

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    86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding
    86% User Score Based on 111 reviews

    Duncrush is a clicker RPG where you attack monsters by clicking and conquer challenging dungeons! Click on monsters to defeat waves of enemies, collect gold, and find powerful weapons, shields, and accessories. Strengthen your character through a deep skill tree and customize your build with unique equipment. Explore a variety of dungeons, each with different challenges and rewards. With simple c… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Duncrush.

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  44. 72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    72% User Score Based on 436 reviews

    Face waves of enemies automatically and create builds by distributing stat points, leveling up equipment, choosing passive skills, summons, on-hit effects, and more. An idle game about killing hordes of enemies, becoming stronger, and exploring an unfolding storyline. A spin-off of Nomad Survival. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nomad Idle.

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  45. 77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
    77% User Score Based on 73 reviews

    Survive the horrors of the multiverse, alone or with your comrades, as you battle against an onslaught of insectoid like creatures. Combine abilities in different ways each loop to overcome and return safely to your universe. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rift Loopers.

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  47. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    88% User Score Based on 1,354 reviews

    Infinitode 2 - a strategy in the Tower Defense genre, in which the player will have to build towers to protect his base from endless waves of enemies. The game features huge maps, lots of towers, resource miners, upgrade tree and map editor. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Infinitode 2: Infinite Tower Defense.

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  48. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Sit back and watch your drones do the work in Tessara, a chill hex-grid strategy game where you plan the upgrades and your automated army handles the rest. Your base spawns drones that spread across the map, capture hexes, and fight for territory control. You just decide what to unlock next. Dive into a satisfying tech tree with multiple upgrades, boost your drone production, unlock powerful abili… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tessara.

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  49. 65%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization
    68% User Score Based on 47 reviews

    Kill the Lich is a minimalist incremental game centered around time compression and resource propagation. Your resources build automatically over time, but their growth accelerates when you optimize their downstream flow ratios, and you can manually push them along to go even faster. Each action grants attributes that reduce the requirements of other actions, allowing you to push further. Eventual… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kill the Lich Idle.

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  50. Assemble your roster, scale your economy, unlock advanced systems, and push deeper into the dungeon every run. The core loop is easy to start and hard to quit: optimize damage, boost speed, trigger powerful effects, and keep climbing. Core Gameplay Idle progression with active decisions: Your team fights automatically, but your upgrade path, unlock timing, and build priorities decide the out… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Infinite Dungeon: Idle Adventure.

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