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While Waiting

Android, PC (Microsoft Windows), iOS, Mac, Nintendo Switch • 2025

Should you play it?

Presented by the team behind critically acclaimed "Moncage", this is a transformative adventure exploring the art of waiting. Clear the game by doing nothing, but discover the power of acceptance and patience in numerous situations from birth to death. Learn to embrace life as you wait.

What works
  • Unique and innovative concept centered on waiting
  • Emotional and philosophical narrative spanning a lifetime
  • Artistic hand-drawn visuals with charming style
  • Relaxing classical music soundtrack
  • Varied mini-games and hidden achievements encouraging exploration
Things to keep in mind
  • Slow and sometimes frustrating controls
  • Some mini-games are overly difficult or unforgiving
  • Repetitive waiting can feel tedious
  • Lack of mouse support and ui conveniences
  • Price considered high by some players for the gameplay depth

What to play next

Top picks

Games that feel the closest overall

  • Star Sky

  • Boxes: Lost Fragments

  • Koral

  • Restore Your Island

  • MergeCrafter

  • A Park Full of Cats

  • Little Inferno

  • Strange Jigsaws

  • Travellin Cats in Georgia
Hidden Gems

Less popular games with surprisingly high similarity

  • Koral

  • Zzzz-Zzzz-Zzzz

  • The Invisible Hours
If you liked…

Recommendations by what you enjoyed most

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  • Idle

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Each dot is a game. They are arranged from the same motivation profile as in the “Why this game works” section below. Closer dots usually mean more similar reasons to play (exploration, competition, relaxation, etc.)—not that one game is “better” than another.

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Why don’t the axes read like a score? This view uses t-SNE: it only keeps who is close to whom. The scales are not “good to bad” or hours played—they separate groups on the map. Read distance between dots, not the axis numbers (hidden on purpose).

While Waiting: Broadly representative of its motivational profile, with a few distinct shifts. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Strategy, Survival, Violence, Competence. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Idle, Strategy. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Fantasy.

Why this game works

A motivational profile of the game, with the closest similar game for each player motivation.

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    "Players can freely explore the environment, choose different paths, and interact with objects in various ways, reflecting high personal freedom and control."

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    "Players can choose to either do nothing and wait or actively explore and interact with the environment and mini-games, reflecting a high degree of personal freedom in how to engage."

  • Competence

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    "The game involves some puzzle solving but is generally easy and low challenge; competence is lightly engaged."

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    "The game includes some challenging mini-games and puzzles requiring skill and timing, but many tasks are simple or just waiting, making competence moderately relevant."

  • Competition

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    "The game focuses on personal experience and exploration without competitive elements or player comparison."

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    "The game focuses on personal experience and self-paced exploration without any competitive elements or comparison to others."

  • Continuation

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    "Some players replay to find hidden keys and achievements; overall short game limits long habitual play."

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  • Cooperation

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  • Creativity

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    "Players experiment with different approaches to exploration and puzzle solving, uncovering hidden content and secrets."

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  • Domination

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  • Escapism

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    "The game offers a meditative, immersive experience that allows players to reflect and momentarily escape real-life concerns."

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  • Expectation

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    "Players engage voluntarily out of curiosity and interest in the unique concept, not due to obligation."

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    "Players engage voluntarily out of curiosity and interest in the unique concept, not due to obligation or external pressure."

  • Experimenting

    Game with the same Experimenting vibe

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    "Game rewards trying different interactions and item combinations, encouraging experimentation within the environment."

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    "The game rewards trying different actions and approaches to uncover hidden content and alternate outcomes, promoting experimentation."

  • Exploration

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    "Players explore detailed levels and discover many interactive objects and secrets."

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    "Players explore various interactive elements and mini-games within each level to discover secrets and achievements."

  • Expression

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  • Fantasy

    Game with the same Fantasy vibe

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    "Game simulates a plausible modern YouTuber lifestyle with some exaggerated story elements; mostly realistic but with light fictionalization."

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  • Growth

    Game with the same Growth vibe

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    "Players develop skills in puzzle solving and navigation, with some learning through exploration."

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  • Health

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    "The game involves sedentary play without physical activity or health-related mechanics."

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  • Idle

    Game with the same Idle vibe

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    "Idle mechanics allow progress without constant attention; suitable for casual or background play."

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    "The core mechanic involves waiting and doing nothing, with optional light interaction, making it suitable for filling time and casual play."

  • Intimacy

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    "Social interactions are minimal and surface-level; the game does not focus on forming close relationships."

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  • Leadership

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  • Progression

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    "Unlockable characters and achievements provide a sense of progression, though core gameplay remains consistent."

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  • Relaxation

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  • Status

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  • Story

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  • Strategy

    Game with the same Strategy vibe

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    "Puzzles require some logical thinking and planning, but overall gameplay is straightforward without deep strategic complexity."

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  • Thrill

    Game with the same Thrill vibe

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    "Game is low risk and low tension, focusing on calm and steady progress rather than suspense."

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    "The game is low risk and low tension, focusing on calm waiting rather than suspense or excitement."

  • Value

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    "Mixed opinions on value; some find price high for current content, others appreciate the gameplay and potential."

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  • Violence

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    "No violent content; gameplay focuses on social interaction and a non-violent mini-game."

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  • Survival

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    "No survival or threat avoidance mechanics; the environment is safe and stable."

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Last update: 09/07/2026