Idle Acorns in IOS

Classic idle game with no ads

Walkthrough, Guilds, Tips on this special game

Our Site Score

88/100

Idle Acorns is a breath of fresh air in the mobile market. It is a 'pure' idle clicker game that proudly features no ads, no in-app purchases, and no data mining. This philosophy is reflected in the game's charming, relaxed atmosphere. You play alongside Benny the squirrel, gathering acorns, fishing, and gardening in a beautifully illustrated forest. It feels less like a product trying to extract money and more like a labor of love inspired by the classic clicker games of the early internet.

The progression is satisfyingly multi-layered. Beyond just clicking for acorns, you unlock mini-games, craft over 24 different items, and manage resources like diamonds and wood for the forge. The character dialogue is witty and adds a layer of narrative that most idle games ignore. It’s the kind of game you can leave running in the background while you work, checking in occasionally to see what Benny has found. For anyone who wants a charming, ethical, and surprisingly deep idle experience, this is an easy recommendation.

Reviewed on: Sun Jun 23 2024
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Dinsun Review

Dinsun. I don't get 'idle' games. If I’m not playing, why is it a game? Idle Acorns is particularly egregious because it barely even tries to hide the fact that it’s just a series of timers. You tap, you wait, you upgrade, you wait longer. There’s no strategy, no skill, and the 'reward' is just a different sprite on the screen.

It’s 'relaxing,' I suppose, in the same way that watching paint dry is relaxing. The aesthetic is clean, but it feels empty. It’s a Skinner box with a forest theme. If you need something to keep your fingers moving while you do literally anything else, this is it. But if you're looking for an actual game, look elsewhere. This is the definition of low-effort entertainment.

Overall Stats

Pros & Cons

  • Clean aesthetic
  • Very relaxing
  • Zero gameplay
  • Pointless progression
  • Deeply repetitive

Technical Report

Performance: Perfect performance; it’s basically just a menu.

Accessibility:

    Audience Fit

    Buy if: You want the absolute minimum amount of engagement possible.

    Skip if: You want to actually play a game.

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    Reviewer Context

    • Reviewer: Dinsun, 40-year-old critical conservative gamer
    • Hardware: iPhone 15 Pro
    • Playtime: 2 hours
    • Status: Unlocked the first three animals

    The Game

    Available on: Mac, iPhone, iPad, iPod

    Version 2.1.9Sun Jul 21 2024

    Acorn AI and Bug Fixes!

    Introducing Acorn AI! A new way to experience the forest by providing an authentic experience for what it is like to actually talk to an Acorn.

    New Features:

    - Acorn AI

    Bug Fixes:

    - Fixed issue where Benny Orders a Box becomes impossible to collect.

    - Fixed Game Center Disabled Bug and added the ability to re-enable Game Center once.

    - Other small bug fixes


    Inspired by the classics, Idle Acorns is a fun mobile clicker game that features no advertisements, no in-app purchases, and no data-mining.

    Inspired by the clicker games of the old internet, Idle Acorns brings a fun narrative to the mobile clicker arena but without getting weighed down by advertisements, in-app purchases or data mining. Explore the forest and ocean with Benny the squirrel and enjoy everything from fishing, to gardening. Unlock the campfire to invite new characters, collect resources, and craft items. Featuring 4 mini-games, iCloud backup support, Game Center support, iMessage sticker pack, and more!

    Like classic Idle games, Idle Acorns respects time travel. Please note that time travel will disable Game Center features.

    Shake the tree to gather acorns. Purchase upgrades and enlist scavengers to collect acorns while you are away!

    Sell your acorns, and unlock new areas in the shop. Speak with Benny the squirrel to navigate your adventure.

    Cast your line, and catch fish in the ocean. Open the map to visit your acres of land, or upgrade your offline collection.

    Unlock the campfire and invite all new characters. Trade resources and buy recipes to craft over 24 new items.

    - Forge diamonds and buy upgrades

    - Go fishing and cook fish

    - Buy land and grow trees

    - Unlock the campfire and trade resources

    - Buy recipes and craft items

    - 4 Mini-Games

    - Share resources with friends

    - Lots of character dialogue

    - Seasonal events

    - iCloud backup support

    - Game Center leaderboards and achievements

    - iMessage sticker pack

    IMPORTANT: iPhone SE (2016 First Generation) and iPod touch are not supported.


    Requires iOS 13.1 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.

    A new update is in active development! To celebrate, Idle Acorns will be 50% off from Mon Mar 30th to Friday Apr 3rd. Join the Idle Acorns community for more information!

    Inspired by the classics, Idle Acorns is a fun mobile clicker game that features no advertisements, no in-app purchases, and no data-mining.

    Inspired by the clicker games of the old internet, Idle Acorns brings a fun narrative to the mobile clicker arena but without getting weighed down by advertisements, in-app purchases or data mining. Explore the forest and ocean with Benny the squirrel and enjoy everything from fishing, to gardening. Unlock the campfire to invite new characters, collect resources, and craft items. Featuring 4 mini-games, iCloud backup support, Game Center support, iMessage sticker pack, and more!

    Like classic Idle games, Idle Acorns respects time travel. Please note that time travel will disable Game Center features.

    Shake the tree to gather acorns. Purchase upgrades and enlist scavengers to collect acorns while you are away!

    Sell your acorns, and unlock new areas in the shop. Speak with Benny the squirrel to navigate your adventure.

    Cast your line, and catch fish in the ocean. Open the map to visit your acres of land, or upgrade your offline collection.

    Unlock the campfire and invite all new characters. Trade resources and buy recipes to craft over 24 new items.

    - Forge diamonds and buy upgrades

    - Go fishing and cook fish

    - Buy land and grow trees

    - Unlock the campfire and trade resources

    - Buy recipes and craft items

    - 4 Mini-Games

    - Share resources with friends

    - Lots of character dialogue

    - Seasonal events

    - iCloud backup support

    - Game Center leaderboards and achievements

    - iMessage sticker pack

    IMPORTANT: iPhone SE (2016 First Generation) and iPod touch are not supported.


    Ratings & Reviews

    4.8 out of 5 with 1197 Counts
    Age Rating 4+

    Screenshots

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    Inspired by the classics of the old internet, Idle Acorns is a fun mobile clicker game that features no advertisements and no in-app purchases. Explore the forest and ocean with Benny the squirrel, enjoying activities from fishing to gardening. Unlock the campfire to invite new characters, collect resources, and craft over 24 unique items.

    Features

    1

    No Ads and No In-App Purchases

    2

    4 unique mini-games

    3

    Offline resource collection

    4

    Narrative-driven dialogue and events

    Tips

    Promotion Videos

    Official Little Acorns Launch Trailer - YouTube

    Gameplays

    Q&A

    Yes, Idle Acorns supports iCloud backup so you can sync your progress across devices.

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