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Games like Little Desktop Runner

Looking for games like Little Desktop Runner? Here are top casual simulation recommendations, selected from player-similarity data — start with Cornerpond, Increlution or Nanomon Virtual Pet.

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    97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    97% User Score Based on 1,820 reviews

    A chill fishing idler game that sits in the corner of your screen. Play at your own pace as you work on other tasks! Visit 5 unique biomes and catch over 100+ types of fish! Buy upgrades to your rod and bait to catch even bigger and better fish! Customize your avatar the way you want! Try to find every fish and fill up your journal! Gameplay Your character automatically catches … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cornerpond.

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  2. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, graphics
    88% User Score Based on 1,698 reviews

    Survive the ever increasing pressure of time for as long as you can! A minimalistic idle game about time management that takes inspiration from roguelite games, with a focus on meta-progression. Every generation will have better chances at survival, because previous lives influence its instincts If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Increlution.

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  3. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, character development
    88% User Score Based on 102 reviews

    Nanomon is the ultimate desktop pet! Hatched in the depths of cyberspace, every Nanomon needs a tamer This is your chance to raise a pet monster from the safety of your desktop! From Magical Cats, to Retro Dragons, there’s a Nanomon to match everyone’s style! Your skill as a tamer will determine whether your monster becomes the STRONGEST, the FASTEST, or maybe just the best watermelon farm… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nanomon Virtual Pet.

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    95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    95% User Score Based on 252 reviews

    WHIMSIDE is a cozy and relaxing collection game that sits at the bottom of your screen, keeping you company whether you're working, studying, or just kicking back and watching videos. Capture and create new species of Whimlings, then unleash your creativity by decorating your very whimsical space. Play at your own pace, and enjoy the relaxing escape that WHIMSIDE offers you throughout the day! … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Whimside.

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  5. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    90% User Score Based on 84 reviews

    As a dream world guardian, help to build the tiny home inside your globe. No deep strategy or buildings—just a cute little world you can check in on every now and then. Game Features: Full Idler They live independently within the Dream Globe Strategic Assistance Help buy upgrades to boost efficiency Treasure Trove Discover 100+ gemstones, crops & foods Various Dream Region Wit… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Dream Globe.

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    83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization
    83% User Score Based on 78 reviews

    Mini Painter is a cozy idle desktop game about finding the balance between work and rest. Immerse yourself in a meditative world where a tiny painter colors tiny figurines, decorates their home, and learns to take care of themselves. Decorate the room, buy new geeky items, and boost your little painter’s creativity. The more creativity they have, the better their miniatures will turn out. Each… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mini Painter.

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    85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    85% User Score Based on 1,124 reviews

    A unique mix of adventure and idle game. Plan and optimise your loops carefully and let the grind happen automatically. Explore this unique world, meet strange characters and escape the loop. A high-quality idle game that elevate the mechanics through an old school pixel-art adventure. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Stuck In Time.

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  8. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    90% User Score Based on 438 reviews

    Plug in Net Detective! The Internet needs you!  Plug In!! Download your personal Berserk B.I.T.S! Train and level up your B.I.T (Battle.Intelligent.Teammate). Team up with your digital buddy, collect battle chips and take on the internet. Battle viruses explore new biomes, progress through the story and defeat powerful bosses! Become a Net Detective as you play your way through scenarios ans… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Berserk B.I.T.S.

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    71%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding
    71% User Score Based on 126 reviews

    Gridkeeper is an incremental game about managing "Grids" and using their power to run MineBots, research tech, and grow your mining empire by getting better Grids. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gridkeeper.

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    89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    89% User Score Based on 543 reviews

    Trainatic is an explosive incremental train-building game! Upgrade your cars, gather resources, and unlock powerful synergies to chug further down the track. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Trainatic.

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    82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding
    82% User Score Based on 650 reviews

    About the developerHi! I'm Shaun, the solo developer of Lyca and creator of Syphono4! My goal is to release small, fun and affordable games like Lyca every few months. Please join my newsletter so you can stay in the loop about my projects! About the Game Lyca is a small, relaxing, incremental game about a magical wolf restoring a barren wasteland into a lush meadow. Run freely through th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lyca.

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    84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, optimization
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, graphics
    84% User Score Based on 566 reviews

    The world has ended, Humanity is lost Thankfully, a revolutionary new science is presented as humanity's salvation: Widgets, a technological marvel with unlimited potential that promises to uplift the remnants of human civilization and return them to their previous heights. Now, it falls on you to build humanity's future. Starting from humble beginnings, research an expansive array of technologie… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Widget Inc..

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  15. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    89% User Score Based on 124 reviews

    More Sushi! is a short incremental game about running a conveyor belt sushi restaurant. Serve customers, buy upgrades, hire helpers, and unlock new sushi! Pay off the owner's debt, then turn used plates into stars to buy permanent upgrades. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to More Sushi!.

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    76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, gameplay
    76% User Score Based on 99 reviews

    What is Idle Fields?Idle Fields is a relaxing Idle game where you grow crops, fish, cook, mine, smith, decorate your house, take care of animals, and complete everything possible by leveling up skills and unlocking rewards. Level up Farming, Husbandry, Fishing, Cooking, Woodcutting, Mining, Smithing, and Constrution! This game offers you: 50 levels in 8 different skills Workers to automa… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Idle Fields.

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  17. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    86% User Score Based on 266 reviews

    After the moon vanished, the fantasy game world of Settlemoon lays abandoned in darkness. Re-light the skies, provide rest and resources for travelling adventurers, and piece together what happened to the world. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Settlemoon.

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    67%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    67% User Score Based on 506 reviews

    Welcome to the first puppet show RPG! Participate in battling a ton of foes, buy new upgrades, cast magic and recruit new Heroes. Or just sit back and enjoy the show as your Heroes fight on their own while you watch or do other things. But just remember that you still need to make sure your heroes are strong enough before you leave them to their own, especially if you are about to face a Boss! Enj… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tap Heroes.

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    79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    79% User Score Based on 496 reviews

    Click to mine particles and watch your pile grow. Turn resources into profit, automate extraction, research new technologies and trade. Can you mine the rarest particle and ascend? There is just one way to find out. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Particul.

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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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  21. 91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability
    91% User Score Based on 875 reviews

    Fill Up The Hole is a short incremental game where you help peons create as much garbage as possible and toss it into a hole. Watch your village grow and evolve as you unlock visual upgrades and new features. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fill Up The Hole.

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    97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    97% User Score Based on 6,928 reviews

    Gather magic and build your wizard tower Summon spirits to help gather resources Construct buildings using the resources you gathered Master magic to create greatest wizard tower! An active incremental/upgrade game Prestige to replay and progress faster Tons of upgrades and unique mechanics Definite ending If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tower Wizard.

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  23. 96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization
    96% User Score Based on 2,215 reviews

    A cozy idle game that sits anywhere on your desktop. Watch the frog cut grass, upgrade his tools, and decorate the island while you work or relax. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ropuka's Idle Island.

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    58%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    58% User Score Based on 159 reviews

    From the team that made Desktopia comes 'dEskape': a new world to build, manage, and defend at the bottom of your desktop! At its core, 'dEskape' is a base-building game which sits across the bottom of your desktop allowing you to work, browse, or watch something else while you play. It's idle when you like and active when you want. Like any base-builder, you get to make the big decisions while … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to dEskape.

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  27. 85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    95% User Score Based on 634 reviews
    Critic Score 68%Based on 5 reviews

    The round blue Helpers return to tend to the garden once more and grow the big magical oak tree that have been rumored to have placed its seed there. Tend to the oak tree and grow it to the sky to harvest its Golden Acorns. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Plantera 2: Golden Acorn.

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  28. 65%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    67% User Score Based on 636 reviews
    Critic Score 59%Based on 3 reviews

    A legendary Dragon is haunting the lands. Towns are set ablaze, and its magic power resurrects the evil creatures of the world. A hero is needed to travel to the corners of the lands and slay the beast to restore peace. RPG grind-fest! Run, Battle ever harder enemies, Collect XP and Loot, Buy better equipment, Level Up, Do it all over again. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Loot Hero DX.

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  29. 81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding
    81% User Score Based on 434 reviews

    An incremental unfolding game about feeding fuel into a reactor. Combine elements to produce energy, unlock exotic technologies and explore a strange galaxy. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Feed the Reactor.

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  30. 96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    96% User Score Based on 166 reviews

    My Little Spider is a digital companion for those long days at work, intense study sessions, or chill evenings.  Watch your new companion collect bugs as you do other things, and pitch in here and there when you have a minute. Complete the Bugopedia! Over 50 cute bugs to discover and collect in your web. Over 5 unique locations to unlock and explore. Bugs only come out at certain time… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to My Little Spider.

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    86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    86% User Score Based on 1,748 reviews

    Earn Money & Buy More DiceRoll dice to earn money. AutomateBuy helper hands to automate proccess. Active SkillsUnlock active skills to roll more dice. Collect Dark MatterExtract dark matter from dice, use it in skill tree to upgrade dice. Skill TreeExplore skill tree to unlock various upgrades. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Incredicer.

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    98%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    98% User Score Based on 193 reviews

    Idle Waters is a relaxing idle fishing game that waits for you while you do other things. You can focus on other tasks while playing because it will stay at the bottom of your screen. You may zoom in or out, change the layout, resize the game view, move it around your screen, or hide it completely. Unlike other games, the fish waits for you! When you are ready, click on the game to ca… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Idle Waters.

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  33. 75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, grinding
    75% User Score Based on 371 reviews

    Get Rich, One Layer at a Time! Idle Pixel Fantasy is a relaxing and addictive idle clicker in pixel style. Recruit hardworking helpers, brave fighters, and magical creatures that automatically collect gold and crystals for you. Invest in stronger units, unlock new layers – and fight your way to the top, where the mighty dragon boss awaits! Gameplay Features Buy units that automat… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Idle Pixel Fantasy.

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    91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization
    91% User Score Based on 1,453 reviews

    Click Mage is a 2D resource clicker and building game. Mine and process resources, upgrade your clicking power and construct buildings on an idyllic island with beautiful pixel art graphics. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Click Mage.

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  36. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, grinding
    82% User Score Based on 149 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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    75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    75% User Score Based on 1,773 reviews

    Upgrade a factory in an extraordinary world. Progress to unlock new resources and machines, leading to new ways to expand and grow. ❒ From Foundation to Complexity Begin your journey with a simple machine generating distinct cubes. Use combinations of cubes to unlock advanced machinery and new gameplay elements. ❒ An Evolving Factory Adventure Your factory is not just a collection of idle mach… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sixty Four.

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  41. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding
    82% User Score Based on 376 reviews

    Help Megara free the hero and then accompany him in all of his adventures, including the forest of the Amazons and Mount Olympus in 12 Labours of Hercules III: Girl Power! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 12 Labours of Hercules III: Girl Power.

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    71%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, monetization
    71% User Score Based on 377 reviews

    Your grandfather has handed down his train company and it's up to you to expand your modest locomotive into a multi-car masterpiece. Upgrade and customize your train while unlocking new stations, delivering passengers and trading supplies all around the world! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tiny Rails.

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    90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    90% User Score Based on 232 reviews

    Your uncle’s once-thriving jewelry shop is crumbling, and it’s your job to bring it back to life! Mine precious ore, smelt it into shiny jewelry, add rare gemstones and sell to every customer who walks in. Mine by day, sell by night, solo or in co-op, and become a successful merchant! Mine the UndergroundHead into the depths to dig up precious gems, rare metals, and hidden treasures. Play solo or … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mining Merchant.

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    94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    94% User Score Based on 383 reviews

    Tiny Terraces is an idle-farming game, where you can watch tiny guys do different tasks around the terrace as you work on things outside the game. Grow Crops: Plant crops and watch as the tiny guys manage the garden plots by watering, weeding, and harvesting. Craft Tiny Guys: Use certain crops and tiny guy parts to craft more tiny guys to help manage the terrace. Decorate: Use money produc… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tiny Terraces.

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  46. 78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    80% User Score Based on 49 reviews

    Your epic adventure begins... at the bottom of your screen (BoYS). Desktop Heroes is a unique idle RPG designed to be your faithful companion while you work. Set just above your taskbar, this unobtrusive game runs in the background, letting you build a team of courageous heroes, battle monstrous foes, and collect loot; all without disrupting your productivity. A Fantasy World on Your DesktopAs y… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Desktop Heroes.

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    75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    91% User Score Based on 33 reviews

    Spacenap is a small corner of paradise taking place in space and that you can put anywhere on your screen. Hunt stars, buy upgrades and create your own collectable constellations. This is the perfect idler and automated multitask toy to have while you do other things. MULTITASKINGSpacenap sits on your screen while you work or have fun. Place it anywhere, at any size, decide if it stays above o… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Spacenap.

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    94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    94% User Score Based on 1,287 reviews

    UPDATES & ANNOUNCEMENTSWanna know about our development progress or future updates? Join our community and chat with us! Got issues like black screens, crashes, display problems, or save errors? Check the discussions for solutions. Thanks for all your support! About the GameTiny Pasture is your charming little farm simulator that cozies up at the bottom of your screen, keeping you compa… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tiny Pasture.

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  50. 97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    97% User Score Based on 7,402 reviews

    A relaxing idle-farming simulator that sits at the bottom of your screen while you do other things. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rusty's Retirement.

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