Best Relaxing Steam Deck Games
Steam currently has 10,855 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 5/26/2024.
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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 97. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 710,511 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 698,262 positive reviews and 12,249 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 727,717 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 710,431 positive reviews and 17,286 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. 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 #3 spot for the best Relaxing Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 16,229 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 16,107 positive reviews and 122 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $5.59 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.
6. 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 #6 spot for the best Relaxing Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 98,070 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 95,503 positive reviews and 2,567 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 | 6/28/2023 |
| Developer | MINTROCKET |
| Publisher | MINTROCKET |
| Steam App Id | 1868140 |
7. 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 #7 spot for the best Relaxing Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 149,987 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 145,392 positive reviews and 4,595 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 |
8. 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 #8 spot for the best Relaxing Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,873 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,828 positive reviews and 45 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 |
9. PowerWash Simulator
Release the Pressure with PowerWash Simulator! Wash away your worries with the soothing sounds of high-pressure water. Fire up your power washer and blast away every speck of dirt and grime you can find, all with the simple satisfaction of power-washing to a sparkling finish.
PowerWash Simulator has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Relaxing Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 43,977 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 42,801 positive reviews and 1,176 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $24.99 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 | $24.99 |
| Release Date | 7/14/2022 |
| Developer | FuturLab |
| Publisher | Square Enix |
| Steam App Id | 1290000 |
10. Bomb Rush Cyberfunk
Bomb Rush Cyberfunk is 1 second per second of advanced funkstyle. Battle rival crews and dispatch militarized police to conquer the five boroughs of New Amsterdam. Become All City.
Bomb Rush Cyberfunk has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Relaxing Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 10,086 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,926 positive reviews and 160 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $39.99 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 | $39.99 |
| Release Date | 8/18/2023 |
| Developer | Team Reptile |
| Publisher | Team Reptile |
| Steam App Id | 1353230 |
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| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 63,781 | 2/26/2016 | 97 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 22,789 | 10/12/2012 | 97 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 32 | 7/30/2019 | 97 | $5.59 | Steam Charts | |
 | 5 | 12/1/2023 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 26 | 7/16/2023 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,874 | 6/28/2023 | 96 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 8,572 | 2/2/2016 | 96 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 9 | 9/17/2021 | 96 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,436 | 7/14/2022 | 95 | $24.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 125 | 8/18/2023 | 95 | $39.99 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 30). Cats Hidden in Paris on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 29). DAVE THE DIVER on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 30). American Truck Simulator on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 23). TOEM: A Photo Adventure on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 30). PowerWash Simulator on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 18). Bomb Rush Cyberfunk on Steam. Steam Store.