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Michael Pettit · Published by Michael Pettit · Official site ↗
Content notice: Reaper’s Ledger contains stylized, non-graphic depictions of death and the afterlife presented in a humorous and fictional way. The game features dark and morbid humor, references to souls, purgatory, and the Grim Reaper, and a gothic fantasy atmosphere. There is no graphic violence, gore, sexual content, drug use, or realistic depictions of harm. All themes are presented in a cartoon-like, exaggerated, and lighthearted manner intended for entertainment rather than realism.
5 user reviews — 20% positive (5 reviews)
Last updated 28 Sept 2026
Manage souls, expand purgatory, and assist the Grim Reaper in this darkly humorous idle game. Tap to collect, automate the afterlife, unlock eerie upgrades, where progress never rests...and neither do the dead.
Free To Play, Early Access, Casual · 2026 · More free games
About this game
Reaper’s Ledger
Reaper’s Ledger is an idle clicker game set in purgatory, where you manage the endless flow of souls through the underworld. As the Reaper’s assistant, your role is to keep operations running smoothly, efficiently, and without interruption.
Souls arrive constantly. Systems must scale. The ledger must grow.
Core Gameplay
Start small and build upward:
Tap to collect souls and initiate progress
Construct purgatory structures to automate soul collection
Upgrade systems to increase efficiency and production
Unlock new buildings and mechanics as the underworld expands
Every upgrade feeds into a larger system designed around steady growth, long-term planning, and satisfying progression.
Idle Progress
Progress never stops.
Even while you are away, souls continue to flow through purgatory. When you return, you are rewarded for the time spent offline, allowing the game to respect both active play and idle progression.
Dynamic Events
Occasionally, special events appear that can temporarily boost production, grant instant rewards, or alter gameplay in powerful ways. These moments are brief and encourage attention without demanding constant interaction.
Underworld News Network
Stay informed through the U.N.N that reports on the state of purgatory. Updates range from operational notices to darkly humorous reports from the underworld, reflecting your progress and milestones throughout the game.
Early Access – Version 0.1
Reaper’s Ledger is currently in very early access (Version 0.1).
This release focuses on establishing the core gameplay systems, progression balance, and overall atmosphere. Many features, upgrades, events, and quality-of-life improvements are planned for future updates.
By joining early, players can experience the foundation of the game as it grows, evolves, and expands over time.
Built for Long-Term Play
Smooth, steady scaling inspired by classic idle games
Clear stats and progression tracking
Designed for short sessions or extended play
Ongoing updates planned to expand systems and content
Reaper’s Ledger is a game about growth, optimization, and quiet control in a world that never truly rests.
Welcome to purgatory.
System Requirements
Will my PC run this? →Minimum
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10 (64-bit)
- Processor: Intel Core i3 or equivalent
- Memory: 4096 MB RAM
- Graphics: Integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 4000 or equivalent)
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 500 MB available space
- Sound Card: DirectX compatible sound card
- VR Support: Not supported
Recommended
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10 or Windows 11 (64-bit)
- Processor: Intel Core i5 or better
- Memory: 8192 MB RAM
- Graphics: Dedicated GPU with 1 GB VRAM or better
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 500 MB available space
- Sound Card: DirectX compatible sound card
- VR Support: Not supported
Supported Languages
*languages with full audio support
Latest news
AnnouncementsOfficial
The Beginning of the Ledger
I’m going to speak plainly.Reaper’s Ledger in its current state is very simple.Some of you have pointed that out clearly. There are few mechanics. There is limited depth. It feels bare.You are not wrong.This launch is not a finished product. It is the foundation stone. The bones of something larger.Reaper’s Ledger is being built as a community driven experience. I did not want to build a massive system in isolation and hope people liked it. I wanted to start with a core loop and grow it based on what you actually want to play.Right now, the game is basic by design. The systems are minimal so they can expand in the direction players push them.But here is the important part:Now that it is live, development shifts from “my idea” to “your direction.”If you feel there is no depth, tell me what depth should look like.If you want meaningful progression, describe it.If you expected reaping mechanics, management systems, balancing souls, or something entirely different, I want to hear it.Negative reviews do not discourage development. Silence would.This is Early Access in its truest form. A beginning. Not an end.Here is what I am actively working on next:Expanded progression systemsMore interactive mechanics beyond simple upgradesA clearer gameplay hook tied directly to the “Reaper” fantasyVisual and feedback improvements so progress feels meaningfulIf you are willing to stick around and help shape this world, join our Discord. You can find the link on the store page or down below.Leave feedback. Share your ideas. Tear systems apart constructively.The Ledger is empty because it is waiting to be written.Let’s build something worthy of the title.- Michael PettitRead full article on Community Announcements (The Embalmer)
