Cookie Clicker is a popular incremental game where players aim to produce as many cookies as possible. Created by Julien "Orteil" Thiennot, it combines simple mechanics with strategic depth.
Gameplay Mechanics
- Clicking in cookie clicker: Players start by clicking on a large cookie to generate cookies. Each click produces a certain amount of cookies.
- Upgrades: Players can purchase upgrades to increase their cookie production rate. These include items like cursors, grandmas, and factories that automate cookie generation.
- Golden Cookies: Occasionally, golden cookies appear on the screen, granting bonuses like temporary boosts or a large number of cookies when clicked.
Features
- Prestige System: After reaching a certain number of cookies, players can reset their progress to gain "Heavenly Chips," which provide permanent upgrades for future playthroughs.
- Achievements: The game offers a variety of achievements for players to unlock, encouraging exploration and experimentation.
- Endless Progression: The game is designed to be played indefinitely, with increasingly higher goals and challenges.