Best Relaxing Games on Steam (for Mac OS)
Steam currently has 19,288 Relaxing games, but not all of them are able to be played on Mac. 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. Relaxing game rankings were last updated on 3/14/2026.
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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 Mac OS Relaxing game on Steam" with a Player Score of 98. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 985,257 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 970,194 positive reviews and 15,063 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. 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 #2 spot for the best Mac OS Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 21,349 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 21,169 positive reviews and 180 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $7.99 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.
3. 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 #3 spot for the best Mac OS Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 902,977 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 880,075 positive reviews and 22,902 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 |
4. 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 #4 spot for the best Mac OS Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 185,975 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 182,098 positive reviews and 3,877 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 |
5. 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 #5 spot for the best Mac OS Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 10,141 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,057 positive reviews and 84 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 |
6. Poco
Poco is the story of the world's smallest clown, who is banished from the circus and finds themself in a mysterious undergrowth full of lost and broken things. Explore, meet strange creatures, solve puzzles, and help Poco return to the circus in this charming 2D/3D hybrid point-and-click adventure.
Poco has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Mac OS Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7,221 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,177 positive reviews and 44 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly 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 | 5/20/2025 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Micah Boursier |
| Steam App Id | 3454610 |
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 Mac OS Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 188,147 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 182,373 positive reviews and 5,774 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. 20 Small Mazes
This is a puzzle game with twenty small mazes. They're good mazes, though.
20 Small Mazes has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Mac OS Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,590 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,484 positive reviews and 106 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is completely free 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.
9. Kabuto Park
Enjoy summer in Kabuto Park! Catch the cutest bugs, train them and win the Summer Beetle Battles Championship in this tiny bug collection game! Upgrade your equipment to find rarer, stronger and shinier little friends.
Kabuto Park has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Mac OS Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,719 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,709 positive reviews and 10 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $4.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Kabuto Park on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $4.99 |
| Release Date | 5/28/2025 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Doot Tiny Games |
| Steam App Id | 3376990 |
10. Chill with You : Lo-Fi Story
"Chill with You : Lo-Fi Story" is a sound novel game where you work alongside Satone, a girl who loves writing stories. Customize lo-fi music, ambient sounds, and landscapes to create a focused environment. As you deepen your bond with Satone, you may discover a special connection with her.
Chill with You : Lo-Fi Story has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Mac OS Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,352 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,225 positive reviews and 127 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $11.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Chill with You : Lo-Fi Story on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $11.99 |
| Release Date | 11/16/2025 |
| Developer | Nestopi Inc. |
| Publisher | Nestopi Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 3548580 |
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| 69,403 | 2/26/2016 | 98 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 39 | 7/30/2019 | 97 | $7.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 17,190 | 10/12/2012 | 97 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 9,133 | 2/20/2024 | 97 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 14 | 9/17/2021 | 96 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 25 | 5/20/2025 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 9,644 | 2/2/2016 | 96 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 12 | 2/16/2024 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 12 | 5/28/2025 | 96 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 2,872 | 11/16/2025 | 96 | $11.99 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 14). A Short Hike on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 13). Euro Truck Simulator 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 11). Balatro on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 11). TOEM: A Photo Adventure on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 23). Poco on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 13). American Truck Simulator on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 12). 20 Small Mazes on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 14). Kabuto Park on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 13). Chill with You : Lo-Fi Story on Steam. Steam Store.