Desk Paws (2025)

Developer: GinkgoGames
Publisher: Captcha Games
Platforms: Windows, macOS
Genres: Casual, Indie, Simulation
Rating: 4.4 of 5, 565 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 70 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

You click around your own desktop, watching cute digital pets potter about peacefully while you work.

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What players say

Players adore the pixel art and the breadth of collectible pets, but many say it fails as an idle game because basic tasks like feeding require constant manual clicking. Reviews also report lost saves, buggy performance, and a years-long lack of updates, while others find it a charming desk companion if kept in small doses.

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