Recursive (2026)

Developer: Xero
Platforms: Windows, Linux
Genres: Casual, Indie, Simulation, Strategy
Rating: 4.2 of 5, 42 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 14 hours
Where to get it: Steam

How it feels

A satisfying loop of incremental progression where every upgrade feeds into another system, creating a feeling of unstoppable growth through strategic resource management.

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What players say

Players say Recursive is a short idle game, around 20 hours, with an active developer who fixes issues quickly. The three minigames are a point of disagreement: some find them fun, while others call the Iron Fortress dull and the mining minigame frustrating. The power creep is short, and the crafting system and upgrade tree divide opinion, with some players recommending an autoclicker.

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