Best Ambient Games on Steam
Steam currently has 186 Ambient games available to download and play. Explore our list of the best picks ranked by Player Score. Our Player Score rankings are calculated directly from reviews left on the Steam store and will be updated in real-time as more players leave their feedback. Ambient game rankings were last updated on 12/9/2024.
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1. INSIDE
Hunted and alone, a boy finds himself drawn into the center of a dark project. INSIDE is a dark, narrative-driven platformer combining intense action with challenging puzzles. It has been critically acclaimed for its moody art style, ambient soundtrack and unsettling atmosphere.
INSIDE holds the #1 spot for "best Ambient game on Steam" with a Player Score of 95. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 63,893 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 61,904 positive reviews and 1,989 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $19.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
2. Spirit City: Lofi Sessions
Spirit City: Lofi Sessions is a gamified focus tool, set to a soothing lofi soundtrack. Discover and collect Spirits, customize your cozy virtual space, and facilitate your real-life tasks with a collection of handy features designed to improve concentration and ease stress.
Spirit City: Lofi Sessions has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Ambient games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,247 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,052 positive reviews and 195 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $11.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Spirit City: Lofi Sessions on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $11.99 |
| Release Date | 4/8/2024 |
| Franchise | Mooncube Games |
| Developer | Mooncube Games |
| Publisher | Mooncube Games |
| Steam App Id | 2113850 |
3. Sleeping With Sakuya Izayoi
In this small visual novel, lay down and relax with Sakuya Izayoi. Talk to her, kiss her or just simply enjoy each other's presence! Chose between 3 different locations featuring stunning artwork in this Touhou Project Fangame.
Sleeping With Sakuya Izayoi has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Ambient games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 269 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 259 positive reviews and 10 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is completely free to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Sleeping With Sakuya Izayoi on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 1/12/2024 |
| Developer | Sigyaad Team |
| Publisher | Sigyaad Team |
| Steam App Id | 2739620 |
4. Rock Simulator 2
Rock Simulator 2 is a multiplayer, meditative idle game with many secrets to uncover. Begin your journey in the hideaway to relax and enjoy the greatest objects created by mother nature!
Rock Simulator 2 has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Ambient games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 393 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 369 positive reviews and 24 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $2.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Rock Simulator 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $2.99 |
| Release Date | 11/30/2023 |
| Franchise | Rock Simulation |
| Developer | vinoo |
| Publisher | vinoo |
| Steam App Id | 1949770 |
5. The Zhukov Line
A short one-room-horror which takes place on a livestock train in a dystopian Soviet state
The Zhukov Line has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Ambient games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 111 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 109 positive reviews and 2 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is completely free to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 2/16/2024 |
| Developer | Fish Tin Games |
| Publisher | Fish Tin Games |
| Steam App Id | 2744260 |
6. Mountain
Existential Nature Simulation
Mountain has achieved a Player Score of 86, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Ambient games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 16,231 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 14,327 positive reviews and 1,904 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $0.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Mountain on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $0.99 |
| Release Date | 8/18/2014 |
| Developer | David OReilly |
| Publisher | David OReilly |
| Steam App Id | 313340 |
7. Seedlings
An atmospheric 2D puzzle platformer made using real photos and videos from New Zealand's native forest. Become a seed that can possess different plant creatures with unique abilities. Solve the obstacles in your way to discover the secrets of the Seedlings.
Seedlings has achieved a Player Score of 85, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Ambient games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 55 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 55 positive reviews and 0 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $9.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $9.99 |
| Release Date | 9/22/2023 |
| Developer | Bardsley Creative |
| Publisher | Bardsley Creative |
| Steam App Id | 1575510 |
8. Onde
Catch a wave in this smooth sound-surfing platformer: Let ethereal tunes carry you fluidly through serene abstract landscapes, tune into soothing sound spheres and revel in a meditative journey of life.
Onde has achieved a Player Score of 85, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Ambient games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 217 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 203 positive reviews and 14 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $3.49 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Onde on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $3.49 |
| Release Date | 3/17/2022 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Assemble Entertainment |
| Steam App Id | 1676910 |
9. Virtual Interactive Fireplace
A cozy, retro-inspired hearth to warm your screen and your spirit.
Virtual Interactive Fireplace has achieved a Player Score of 85, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Ambient games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 158 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 149 positive reviews and 9 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is completely free to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Virtual Interactive Fireplace on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/24/2024 |
| Developer | Script Ocean Games |
| Publisher | Script Ocean Games |
| Steam App Id | 3249100 |
10. My Hole is a Mouth of Dirt
A lonely cloaked being called Mole services instructions from what he believes is the voice of God. As he wanders a desolate, otherwordly underground his faith is tested as he must deliver a baby.
My Hole is a Mouth of Dirt has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Ambient games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 208 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 192 positive reviews and 16 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is completely free to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 4/13/2020 |
| Franchise | Yai Gameworks |
| Developer | Yai Gameworks |
| Publisher | Yai Gameworks |
| Steam App Id | 1251690 |
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| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 115 | 7/7/2016 | 95 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 2,229 | 4/8/2024 | 95 | $11.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 4 | 1/12/2024 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 46 | 11/30/2023 | 87 | $2.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 2/16/2024 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 67 | 8/18/2014 | 86 | $0.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 9/22/2023 | 85 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 3/17/2022 | 85 | $3.49 | Steam Charts | |
| 34 | 11/24/2024 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 4/13/2020 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 5/12/2017 | 84 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 3 | 5/7/2024 | 84 | $7.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 8/18/2009 | 82 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 12/18/2018 | 82 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 7 | 1/27/2021 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 4/30/2024 | 82 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 3/25/2024 | 81 | $3.49 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 8/4/2022 | 81 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 11/19/2020 | 81 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 5/8/2018 | 81 | $9.99 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 9). Steam Store. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 9). INSIDE on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 11). Spirit City: Lofi Sessions on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 28). Sleeping With Sakuya Izayoi on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 7). Rock Simulator 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 9). The Zhukov Line on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 16). Mountain on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 25). Seedlings on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 1). Onde on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 11). Virtual Interactive Fireplace on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 24). My Hole is a Mouth of Dirt on Steam. Steam Store.