Exponential Idle
An idle game built on actual differential equations, with optional theory levels that teach you the mathematics as you climb.
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How to get the most from it
Exponential Idle sits in Idle Clickers under Play, filed as rabbit hole.
- Open it when the evening is free. It has no natural stopping point.
- It works on a phone or a desktop, so open it on whatever is nearest.
- It works with the sound off, so it is fine on a train or in a quiet office.
- No account needed — you can start without signing up.
- Go in expecting something brainy and clever.
About this category: Incremental games that start with one button and end, several hours later, somewhere philosophically alarming. The genre is a genuine art form now.
Good for
- A long evening with nothing planned
- Giving your brain a workout
- Being impressed by a clever idea
- A quiet break at your desk
- Killing time on your phone
- Trying it with zero commitment
Exponential Idle: quick answers
Is Exponential Idle free?
Yes. Exponential Idle is free to use and needs no account.
Do I need an account to use Exponential Idle?
No. You can use Exponential Idle without signing up for anything.
Does Exponential Idle work on a phone?
Yes. Exponential Idle works on phones as well as desktop browsers.
Is Exponential Idle safe for work?
Yes, we file it as safe for work. It also works muted.
How long does Exponential Idle take?
We file it as "Rabbit hole": Clear your evening. We warned you.
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