Hover Idle: Grid Master
Released 22 September 2026 · PC · Indie, Simulation, Strategy

Destroy a grid of blocks just by hovering! Earn Gold, XP, and unlock 5 deep upgrade categories. Deploy idle helpers for passive gains, use unique block perks, reset via Prestige, and conquer challenging Tiers. Customize your background and unlock Steam achievements!
Story
The grid of blocks is your battlefield, and your cursor is your only weapon. Forget clicking—simply hover to destroy. Master a 10x10 grid of 100 blocks that unlock gradually. Hover over them to deal damage, shatter them, and collect Gold and XP. As you level up, blocks get tougher, and you earn Prestige Points to fuel your next leap. Key Features: Idle Helper Blocks: Deploy specialized blocks that passively deal damage, generate money, or produce experience for you. 5 Upgrade Categories: Strategically boost your Main Blocks, three independent Idle types, and Mouse Mastery. Prestige: Reset all progress to unlock powerful, permanent upgrades tailored to each category. Block Perks: Every single block has its own unique perk, offering specific boosts to its rewards or damage. Tier System: Face a massive global difficulty spike and full reset. Conquering these tiers drives you toward a true endgame and final completion. Polish & Customization: Track detailed statistics, unlock Steam achievements, and personalize your experience by customizing the background to any color you desire—whether it's a dark mode theme or something completely unique. The grid awaits. How fast can...
Gameplay
The grid of blocks is your battlefield, and your cursor is your only weapon. Forget clicking—simply hover to destroy. Master a 10x10 grid of 100 blocks that unlock gradually. Hover over them to deal damage, shatter them, and collect Gold and XP. As you level up, blocks get tougher, and you earn Prestige Points to fuel your next leap. Key Features: Idle Helper Blocks: Deploy specialized blocks that passively deal damage, generate money, or produce experience for you. 5 Upgrade Categories: Strategically boost your Main Blocks, three independent Idle types, and Mouse Mastery. Prestige: Reset all progress to unlock powerful, permanent upgrades tailored to each category. Block Perks: Every single block has its own unique perk, offering specific boosts to its rewards or damage. Tier System: Face a massive global difficulty spike and full reset. Conquering these tiers drives you toward a true endgame and final completion. Polish & Customization: Track detailed statistics, unlock Steam achievements, and personalize your experience by customizing the background to any color you desire—whether it's a dark mode theme or something completely unique. The grid awaits. How fast can you master it?
Features
- Single-player
- Steam Achievements
- Steam Cloud
- Family Sharing






Release details
Hover Idle: Grid Master is a Indie, Simulation and Strategy game by Tiny Forge. Hover Idle: Grid Master came out on Tuesday, 22 September 2026 on PC. This date comes from Steam and was last checked on 22 September 2026.
Frequently asked questions
When did Hover Idle: Grid Master come out?
Hover Idle: Grid Master came out on 22 September 2026.
Which platforms is Hover Idle: Grid Master on?
Hover Idle: Grid Master is on PC.
Who makes Hover Idle: Grid Master?
Hover Idle: Grid Master is developed by Tiny Forge.
What kind of game is Hover Idle: Grid Master?
Hover Idle: Grid Master is a game of these genres: Indie, Simulation and Strategy.