Best Relaxing Steam Deck Games
Steam currently has 15,028 Relaxing games, but not all of them can be played on the Steam Deck. Explore our list with 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. Relaxing game rankings were last updated on 5/14/2025.
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1. Stardew Valley
You've inherited your grandfather's old farm plot in Stardew Valley. Armed with hand-me-down tools and a few coins, you set out to begin your new life. Can you learn to live off the land and turn these overgrown fields into a thriving home?
Stardew Valley holds the #1 spot for "best Relaxing Steam Deck game" with a Player Score of 98. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 880,234 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 866,508 positive reviews and 13,726 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $14.99 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 | $14.99 |
| Release Date | 2/26/2016 |
| Developer | ConcernedApe |
| Publisher | ConcernedApe |
| Steam App Id | 413150 |
2. Euro Truck Simulator 2
Travel across Europe as king of the road, a trucker who delivers important cargo across impressive distances! With dozens of cities to explore, your endurance, skill and speed will all be pushed to their limits.
Euro Truck Simulator 2 has achieved a Player Score of 97, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Relaxing Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 827,884 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 807,432 positive reviews and 20,452 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $19.99 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 | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 10/12/2012 |
| Franchise | SCS Software |
| Developer | SCS Software |
| Publisher | SCS Software |
| Steam App Id | 227300 |
3. Balatro
The poker roguelike. Balatro is a hypnotically satisfying deckbuilder where you play illegal poker hands, discover game-changing jokers, and trigger adrenaline-pumping, outrageous combos.
Balatro has achieved a Player Score of 97, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Relaxing Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 149,178 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 146,229 positive reviews and 2,949 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $14.99 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.
| Steam Price | $14.99 |
| Release Date | 2/20/2024 |
| Franchise | Playstack |
| Developer | LocalThunk |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 2379780 |
4. A Short Hike
Hike, climb, and soar through the peaceful mountainside landscapes of Hawk Peak Provincial Park as you make your way to the summit.
A Short Hike has achieved a Player Score of 97, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Relaxing Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 18,851 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 18,693 positive reviews and 158 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $4.79 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.
7. TOEM: A Photo Adventure
Set off on a delightful expedition and use your photographic eye to uncover the mysteries of the magical TOEM in this hand-drawn adventure game. Chat with quirky characters, solve their problems by snapping neat photos, and make your way through a relaxing landscape!
TOEM: A Photo Adventure has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Relaxing Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,310 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,244 positive reviews and 66 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $19.99 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 | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 9/17/2021 |
| Franchise | popagenda |
| Developer | Something We Made |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1307580 |
8. Chants of Sennaar
In this award-winning puzzle adventure game, play as the Traveler on a quest to reunite the Peoples of the Tower. Observe, listen, and decipher ancient languages in a fascinating universe inspired by the Myth of Babel.
Chants of Sennaar has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Relaxing Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 21,997 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 21,627 positive reviews and 370 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $19.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 9/5/2023 |
| Franchise | Focus Entertainment |
| Developer | Rundisc |
| Publisher | Focus Entertainment |
| Steam App Id | 1931770 |
9. American Truck Simulator
Experience legendary American trucks and deliver various cargoes across sunny California, sandy Nevada, and the Grand Canyon State of Arizona. American Truck Simulator takes you on a journey through the breathtaking landscapes and widely recognized landmarks around the States.
American Truck Simulator has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Relaxing Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 171,939 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 166,666 positive reviews and 5,273 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $19.99 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 | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 2/2/2016 |
| Franchise | SCS Software |
| Developer | SCS Software |
| Publisher | SCS Software |
| Steam App Id | 270880 |
10. DAVE THE DIVER
DAVE THE DIVER is a casual, singleplayer adventure RPG featuring deep-sea exploration and fishing during the day and sushi restaurant management at night. Join Dave and his quirky friends as they seek to uncover the secrets of the mysterious Blue Hole.
DAVE THE DIVER has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Relaxing Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 128,484 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 124,616 positive reviews and 3,868 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.
| Steam Price | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 6/28/2023 |
| Developer | MINTROCKET |
| Publisher | MINTROCKET |
| Steam App Id | 1868140 |
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| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 46,389 | 2/26/2016 | 98 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 17,594 | 10/12/2012 | 97 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 11,167 | 2/20/2024 | 97 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 46 | 7/30/2019 | 97 | $4.79 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 12/1/2023 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6 | 7/17/2023 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 13 | 9/17/2021 | 96 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 67 | 9/5/2023 | 96 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 3,337 | 2/2/2016 | 96 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 3,849 | 6/28/2023 | 96 | $19.99 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 14). Balatro on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 14). A Short Hike on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 13). Cats Hidden in Jingle Jam on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 8). Cats Hidden in Paris on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 14). TOEM: A Photo Adventure on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 14). Chants of Sennaar on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 14). American Truck Simulator on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 15). DAVE THE DIVER on Steam. Steam Store.