Nomad Idle

Nomad Idle

Released Apr 2025

Face waves of enemies automatically and create builds by distributing stat points, leveling up equipment, choosing passive skills, summons and more. An idle game about killing hordes of enemies, becoming stronger, and exploring an unfolding storyline. A spin-off of Nomad Survival.

64% positive · 887 reviews
Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence

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Evaluation

Nomad Idle launched on April 4, 2025 as a fully self-contained product. The store description explicitly states the game has "a defined end and is not designed to be endless," positioning it as a complete experience from the outset — not a live service or an ongoing content platform. Post-launch activity consisted primarily of balance patches and bug fixes in the weeks immediately following release (versions 1.1 and 1.1.1 in April 2025), which is typical housekeeping for a newly shipped game rather than a signal of an ongoing content roadmap. The most telling development came on September 10, 2025, when the developer announced a demo for their next game, Kin and Quarry — a separate incremental game they had moved on to building. No announcement of future DLC, expansions, or additional content for Nomad Idle has been made at any point. There is no unreleased DLC listed on the store, no roadmap, and no developer statement promising further updates. The evidence points clearly to Nomad Idle having launched as a finished product and remaining in that state. The developer has since shifted focus to a new project.
Evidence
Developer announced a demo for their next game, Kin and Quarry, with no mention of further Nomad Idle content — indicating the developer has moved on to a new project.
news post · Sep 10, 2025 source development ending
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Nomad Idle launched as a full release on April 4, 2025.
news post · Apr 4, 2025 source content shipped
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Details

Developer
Publisher
The Fox Knocks
Achievements
46
Platform
Windows
Controller
—
Steam Deck
Playable
Players
Single-player

About this game

Cut down hordes of enemies automatically in Nomad Idle, a spin-off of Nomad Survival. Engage in an expansive storyline, make impactful decisions, and grow stronger through various gameplay features that gradually unlock as you progress.

Nomad Idle is an idle game with a defined end and is not designed to be endless. However, that does not mean the game is short or lacks depth. In Nomad Idle, you can expect to have access to the following as you play through the game and unlock more features:

  • Level up and earn Stat Points which may be distributed within 7 unique Stats, allowing you to create a build.

  • Discover, craft, and upgrade Equipment in order to make yourself stronger.

  • Conjure Summons to aid you in battle.

  • Select Passive Skills to be automatically used in battle, further defining your build.

  • Choose a Character, defining your active abilities and special perks for your playthrough.

Nomad Idle is an idle game, meaning that it mostly plays on its own. Your character moves and attacks enemies all on their own, but it can be played actively by making use of character-specific skills and abilities. Playing actively in this way is entirely optional and not mandatory, but can be effective in speeding up your progress or help you overcome challenges.

Last evaluated Jun 19, 2026
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