Holoidle
" Relaxing Hololive-themed idle simulation with charming art and gacha strategy but shallow gameplay "
Holoidle Review
Holoidle is a Hololive-branded idle game that combines simple incremental gameplay with a unique gacha card and collaboration system. Players collect and place cards in a 2x3 grid to boost income and create combos, with some cards synergizing to amplify effects. The art and references to Hololive characters are widely appreciated, making it appealing for fans. However, the core gameplay is considered shallow and repetitive, lacking depth and meaningful progression beyond basic income increases and a single prestige layer. The tamagotchi-style segment adds a cozy touch but feels disconnected and mostly serves to manage gacha cooldowns.
Many players note the game’s slow progression, heavy reliance on RNG for cards, and limited content, which results in a gameplay experience that can be exhausting or boring after a few hours. Despite this, the developer’s active patching and plans for future updates offer hope for improvement. Currently, Holoidle is best enjoyed by Hololive fans rather than hardcore idle game enthusiasts.
Highlights
Players praise the Hololive-themed art and character references, which add charm and appeal to fans. The gacha card system with a 2x3 grid layout is highlighted as an interesting mechanic that allows for strategic card placement and combo building. The game’s music and relaxing vibe are also positively noted. Additionally, the developer’s responsiveness and frequent quality-of-life updates have been well received, giving players optimism for future content expansions.
Criticisms
Common criticisms focus on the lack of depth and complexity in gameplay, with many describing it as a basic idle game without meaningful meta-progression or engaging systems. The slow and punishing gacha mechanics cause frustration due to long cooldowns and reliance on luck, which can stall progress. The tamagotchi element is seen as superficial and disconnected from the main gameplay loop. Players also mention poor balance and scaling issues, limited content, and the absence of features like multiple save files or more interactive elements. Overall, it feels incomplete and repetitive, especially for a paid product.
Pros
- • Hololive-themed art and character references are charming and well executed.
- • Gacha card system with grid placement adds strategic depth to idle gameplay.
- • Developer is active with frequent patches and quality-of-life improvements.
- • Relaxing music and cozy tamagotchi segment enhance the atmosphere.
- • Easy to pick up and suitable for casual fans of Hololive and idle games.
- • Collab cards provide fun combo possibilities and theorycrafting elements.
- • Runs well on Steam Deck and other platforms without technical issues.
Cons
- • Gameplay is shallow and repetitive with minimal meta-progression or complexity.
- • Gacha cooldowns are long and progression heavily reliant on luck.
- • Tamagotchi segment feels disconnected and adds little meaningful gameplay.
- • Balance and scaling issues make many cards unusable or ineffective.
- • Limited content and upgrades cause the game to feel incomplete and barebones.
- • Lack of multiple save files and other common idle game features.
- • Endgame is mostly an AFK grind with no new systems or challenges.
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About This Game
Step into a fantastic world of streaming! Holoidle is a relaxing idle game where you click and strategize to gain Influence and grow your audience. Purchase assets, collect Collab Cards, and keep your chat engaged for perfect efficiency!
Three playable talents for you to choose
🦈 Gawr Gura - The legendary shark idol from Atlantis!
⚓ Houshou Marine - The pirate captain arrives!
💀 Calliope Mori - The reaper is here to collect souls!
Collect cards from a collection of 100 unique Hololive-themed cards
Earn Holocoins by playing and use them to obtain Collab Cards—each one featuring iconic references and talents from Hololive history.
⭐ Rarity System – Cards range from One-Star to Four-Star Legendary, with increasing power and synergy effects.
✨ Foil Cards – Collect 10 copies of a card to unlock a special Foil Version with boosted stats!
🔧 Strategize! – Some cards enhance assets, while others improve the strength of your overall deck. Combine them to create your own unique strategy!
Maximize Your Influence Gains!
Equip up to six Collab Cards at a time to supercharge your influence generation. Placement matters—combine synergies and position cards strategically to turn a modest 10% bonus into game-changing multipliers!
✨ Foil Cards = Double the Power! Collect 10 copies of a card to unlock its Foil Version, doubling its effectiveness.
⚡ Optimize! – Experiment with different builds to find the most powerful combinations!
Keep Your Idol Happy!
Your idol needs love and care! Cook meals, clean up, and decorate their home with unlockable furniture to keep them happy and productive.
💎 Holocoins – Your idol generates 1 Holocoin every 40 minutes, but keep them happy and they’ll double their earnings to 1 every 20 minutes!
🎨 Customize Their Space – Unlock and arrange furniture to create the perfect idol retreat.
🍳 Tend To Their Needs – Feed, clean, and interact with your idol to strengthen your bond and boost your progress!
Restart, Reinvent, Rise!
Encore lets you reset your progress while making your next run even stronger!
🔄 Endless Progression – Each encore doubles your base Influence per Second and stacks infinitely.
✨ Foil Power-Up – A random card in your collection upgrades to a Foil Version, boosting its stats.
🃏 Keep Your Collection – All previously earned Collab Cards remain, letting you optimize your strategy with every cycle.
This game is published under CCMC Corp(※1)'s Indie game brand "holo Indie".(※2)
This game is allowed to be monetized under the examination and terms of "holo Indie".
Please note that any monetized derivative work games that include Cover Corp.'s content outside of holo Indie is not covered by these terms and is not allowed.
※1. About CCMC Corp.
CCMC Corp. is entrusted with website management (ex: steam) including, examination, publishing and other necessary tasks by Cover Corp.
※2. About "holo Indie"
holo Indie's objective is to cooperate with hololive production fans and creators.
It is a game brand that offers "Game Creator Support Program" for the derivative work games.
For more details about "holo Indie", Please refer to the Cover Corp.'s "Derivative work guidelines".
A relaxing Hololive idle game. Unlock upgrades, complete your card collection and take care of your idol to increase your influence!