# Idle Gears: Tycoon Empire — Relaxing offline merge clicker

> Relaxing idle tycoon game with gear merging and factory building mechanics. (iPhone/iPad app by Simplicated Games Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idle-gears-tycoon-empire/id1673587975 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Simplicated Games Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1673587977)
- Category: Games, Casual, Puzzle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.47/5 from 179 App Store ratings · 27 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 276 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2023-03-07
- Data updated: 2026-07-08
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idle-gears-tycoon-empire/id1673587975/reviews.md

## What is Idle Gears?

Build a factory where every connection matters.

Idle Gears is a relaxing idle tycoon game focused on simple mechanics, steady progression, and satisfying motion. Place gears, connect them to the main drive, and watch your factory come to life—one click at a time.

How it works
- Each board has a main gear that powers the system
- Place gears on the board and earn income only when they physically connect
- Merge identical gears to create higher-level machines with greater output
- Every rotation produces a subtle mechanical click designed to feel calm and rewarding

Progress at your pace
- Earn money, level up, and unlock new factory sections
- Complete missions to earn Gems and Ingots
- Invest in permanent upgrades to improve efficiency
- Tier up individual sectors for focused income boosts

Long-term growth
- Overclock your empire to reset and gain powerful permanent bonuses
- Compete on the global leaderboard or play entirely offline
- Progress continues even when the game is closed

Idle Gears is designed to be played your way—actively or passively, online or offline. No rush, no pressure. Just steady growth, clean systems, and the quiet satisfaction of a well-running machine.

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Subscription Terms

End of trial and subscription renewal

The payment is charged to your account after a confirmation of purchase. The subscription is renewed automatically unless you turn it off 24 hours before the end of the current period. The subscription automatically renews for the same duration as the original offer the users subscribed to (weekly, monthly or yearly). Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user’s Account Settings after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during the active subscription period

Cancelling a trial or a subscription

If you want to cancel a subscription during its free trial, you have to cancel it through your account in the Store. This must be done at least 24 hours before the end of the free trial period to avoid being charged.

For more information: https://support.apple.com/HT202039
If you have any question, feel free to contact us at support@simplicatedgames.com
Privacy policy: https://simplicatedgames.com/privacypolicy/
Link to Subscription terms and terms of use: https://simplicatedgames.com/termsofservice/

## Key features

- Place and connect gears
- Merge gears for higher output
- Earn income passively
- Unlock new factory sections
- Complete missions for rewards
- Permanent upgrades
- Offline play

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Elite VIP | $7.99 | per month |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $5.99 | one-time |
| special_offer_1 | $4.99 | one-time |
| special_offer_2 | $4.99 | one-time |
| gear_offer_6 | $59.99 | one-time |
| gem_offer_2 | $4.99 | one-time |
| gem_offer_5 | $49.99 | one-time |
| Giga MergeMaster | $5.99 | one-time |
| gem_offer_6 | $29.99 | one-time |
| Special Package | $12.99 | one-time |
| extended_afk | $2.99 | one-time |
| Touch & Hold | $3.99 | one-time |
| gem_offer_4 | $8.99 | one-time |
| Remove Interstitials | $6.99 | one-time |
| Special Package | $1.99 | one-time |
| gem_offer_3 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Special Package | $4.99 | one-time |
| gem_offer_1 | $0.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 27)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idle-gears-tycoon-empire/id1673587975/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Broken game

*2026-04-18, version 1.24.0*

Game is abandoned. Nothing works and cant even reach out to support cause it doesnt exist anymore.

### 4/5 — Updated review

*2026-01-17, version 1.23.0*

Wonderful game! Extremely relaxing and wonderful ASMR release! Top notch polite, prompt and caring support staff which is very hard to find anymore. No clans to have to join. No chat rooms as well. Not a pay to win atmosphere. Simply a fun and relaxing game to play in as little or as much time as you like! Yes there are ads if you wish to play completely free, but for a small one time charge you can eliminate that as well. So take it from this disabled Veteran, this is a fun game and must have if you simply want to relax and unwind! Happy Gaming!

### 3/5 — Updates?

*2025-11-13*

Will the new levels ever get released? Just says “coming soon” despite I have enough to unlock them all. Otherwise this is a 5 star game!

**Developer response:** Hello,

Thank you for your feedback. We are continuously trying to make our game enjoyable to all parties. We have made some further changes, please feel free to let us know at support@simplicatedgames.com or here how you feel about future updates. Thank you!

### 1/5 — Ads for days

*2025-04-05, version 1.19.3*

The game is interesting to play but half more then have the game is locked behind paywall. Your forced in to ads even if you select no, so instead of getting the ad bonus you watch the ad and get nothing, pushes ads on player in the middle of things. Do not recommend

### 1/5 — Forced ads

*2024-12-31, version 1.19.3*

Title says it all

### 1/5 — Money slot

*2024-12-06, version 1.19.3*

Silly game and slot machine, full of “micro” transactions

### 2/5 — Meh, 5/10

*2024-12-04, version 1.19.3*

This game is the same as any other idle tycoon, cool idea with the gears! But man the ads are brutal. There is a fine line and I think this game crosses it. Too many items are locked behind ads and on top of that there is a chance an ad plays after making any action. If you make a game like this, people wanna play and the ads limit the gameplay. Other than that, cool idea and nice ui design!

### 1/5 — Ads anyway

*2024-11-25, version 1.19.3*

half the buttons in this game tell you they will launch an ad. Therefore when an ad is launched when not pushing these buttons it is frustrating. I want to like this game, but if every button launches into an ad its just unplayable…

### 1/5 — Very bland

*2024-10-24, version 1.19.3*

Maybe it’s just because it is the early stages of the game, but there’s nothing interesting about the placement of gears. Even unlocking new boards is pointless besides the gem gain from buying them, as why would you waste time upgrading gears on another board, when you can aim for the next 5x multiplier on the first board?

### 2/5 — Too many Ads

*2024-10-19, version 1.19.3*

There’s a fun gameplay loop here however it’s jarringly broken up by forced ads that cost $20 to remove, there’s better options than this out there

## Frequently asked questions about Idle Gears

### What is Idle Gears: Tycoon Empire?

Idle Gears is a relaxing idle tycoon game where you build and manage a factory. The core gameplay involves placing gears, connecting them to a main drive, and merging identical gears to create more efficient machines that generate income.

### How do I progress in Idle Gears?

You progress by earning money from your connected gears, leveling up, and unlocking new factory sections. Completing missions rewards you with Gems and Ingots, which can be used for permanent upgrades to improve your factory's efficiency and income.

### Is Idle Gears free to play?

The game is free to download and play, and it offers in-app purchases. There is also a subscription option available for additional benefits, with options for free trials. You can manage your subscriptions and auto-renewal through your account settings.

### Can I play Idle Gears offline?

Yes, the game is designed to be played both online and offline. Your factory will continue to progress and earn income even when the game is closed or you are not connected to the internet.

### What are the benefits of merging gears?

Merging identical gears creates higher-level machines with significantly greater output. This means your merged gears will generate more income and contribute more effectively to your factory's overall growth and efficiency.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.24.0 — 2026-01-20

Support & Stability Update

Support System: New in-game support feature allows you to reach out directly so we can resolve issues and improve your experience.
Ad Performance: Significant improvements to ad loading and reliability.
General Fixes: Various under-the-hood enhancements for a smoother game.

### 1.23.0 — 2026-01-08

Level Up & Gear Update

Level Up Optimization: Progress through levels faster with a smoother experience and better level-up rewards.
Better Gear: It is now easier to obtain and craft higher-level equipment to boost your power.
Quality of Life: Various improvements across the entire game for a more seamless and enjoyable experience.

### 1.22.1 — 2025-12-29

Fixed various bugs and resolved an issue where ads were not loading to improve the overall viewing experience.

### 1.22.0 — 2025-12-24

Ascension & Missions Update

New Ascension System: Unlock further development and reach new power levels.
Ingot Currency: Introducing Ingots, a new currency specifically for Ascensions.
New Mission System: Completely overhauled to better reward active players.
Battery Saver: Added an option to disable VFX for longer play sessions.
UI/UX Improvements: Major interface polish, new reward screens, and enhanced sound effects.
Stability & Fixes: Fixed IAP initialization, resolved store errors, and fixed various crashes.

### 1.21.2 — 2025-12-21

Forge & Factory Update:

- Dimensional Forge: New upgrade to help you unlock better gear and streamline production.
- New Content: Explore Level 14 and Level 15 (new maps).
- Ingots (Coming Soon): Currency added to the game's core; full functionality in the next major update!
- Improvements: Better UI visuals, enhanced menu stability, and robust error handling for overall better performance.

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