steam-game-idler

Farm Steam trading cards, manage achievements, and idle games automatically — an all-in-one alternative to ArchiSteamFarm, Steam Achievement Manager, and Idle Master

github.com/zevnda/steam-game-idler
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About steam-game-idler

Steam Game Idler (SGI) is a Steam automation tool for farming trading cards, managing achievements, and boosting playtime across a Steam library. It is described as an alternative to ArchiSteamFarm, Steam Achievement Manager, and Idle Master. It supports Windows and Linux and does not require the local Steam client.

Users can farm trading cards from up to 32 games at once, with options to blacklist, whitelist, and skip refundable games. They can unlock achievements automatically on a schedule or manage them manually, edit game statistics, idle games for playtime, manage inventory listings, and claim free games. Multi-account support allows managing several Steam accounts at the same time.

It suits Steam users who want centralized card farming, achievement management, and idling without manual play. Installation is via releases for Windows or Linux, with Steam Sign-in or Legacy Sign-in modes.

Key features

  • Farm trading cards from up to 32 games at once
  • Unlock achievements automatically or manage them manually
  • Edit game statistics and view achievement flags
  • Idle games manually or automatically to build playtime
  • Sell inventory items with auto-pricing and fee handling
  • Manage multiple Steam accounts at the same time
Best for: Steam users who want to farm cards, manage achievements, and idle games without running the Steam client.
Good for
  • Supports Windows and Linux without local Steam client
  • Handles multiple Steam accounts at the same time
  • Covers card farming, achievements, playtime and inventory
Watch out for
  • Only Windows and Linux are listed as supported

steam-game-idler at a glance

Type
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Language
English
Last checked
Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
Listed
Oct 5, 2026

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steam-game-idler FAQ

What is Steam Game Idler?
It is a Steam automation tool for farming trading cards, managing achievements, and boosting playtime across a Steam library.
Do I need the Steam client installed to use it?
No. The project states that no local Steam client is required.
Does it support multiple Steam accounts?
Yes. It includes multi-account support for managing features across several accounts at the same time.
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