Idle Evolution (2017)

Developer: MTR
Publisher: NewProject
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres: Casual, Indie, Simulation, Strategy
Rating: 3.6 of 5, 197 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 13 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A slow, meditative clicker where you incrementally combine atoms across eons, feeling both abstract and quietly methodical.

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What players say

Players say this is a short, educational idle game about chemistry and the periodic table. Some praise it as a fun way to learn, but others struggle with unclear objectives, a poor English translation, and a complete lack of tutorial guidance.

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