Idle Shooter (2025)

Developer: Tickle Games
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Casual, Indie, Simulation
Rating: 2.0 of 5, 5 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 3.4 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A slow-burn incremental shooter where you watch blocks explode while meticulously managing currencies and upgrades to climb an endless ladder of efficiency.

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What players say

Players are split on the early pacing. Some find it rewarding and enjoy the grind with a steady progression, while others say the start is too slow even for an idle game. There is debate over the prestige system, with one reviewer noting it resets upgrades to level 0 instead of level 1.

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