Best Wholesome Steam Deck Games
Steam currently has 778 Wholesome 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. Wholesome game rankings were last updated on 3/13/2025.
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3. 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 #3 spot for the best Wholesome Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7,914 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,851 positive reviews and 63 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 |
4. Lil Gator Game
Embark on an adorable adventure, discover new friends and uncover everything the island has to offer. Climb, Swim, Glide and slide your way into the hearts of the many different characters you meet on your travels!
Lil Gator Game has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Wholesome Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,609 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,563 positive reviews and 46 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 | 12/14/2022 |
| Franchise | Playtonic Friends |
| Developer | MegaWobble |
| Publisher | Playtonic Friends |
| Steam App Id | 1586800 |
5. 星空列车与白的旅行
The train you took, piercing the night sky and galloping under the stars, was refreshing-it was really a great value trip. In the solo journey under the refreshing night breeze, I met casual passengers and the loving and loving flight attendants.
星空列车与白的旅行 has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Wholesome Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,126 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,067 positive reviews and 59 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 | 5/14/2021 |
| Developer | しらたまこ |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1567800 |
6. 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 #6 spot for the best Wholesome Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 51,349 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 49,753 positive reviews and 1,596 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 |
| Franchise | FuturLab |
| Developer | FuturLab |
| Publisher | Square Enix |
| Steam App Id | 1290000 |
7. A Building Full of Cats
A Building Full of Cats is a hidden object game where you need to pet all the cats in the building. Don't leave any cats behind!
A Building Full of Cats has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Wholesome Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,965 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,925 positive reviews and 40 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $1.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
8. Lost in Play
Solve puzzles, riddles, and embark on an exciting journey of discovery! Join Toto and Gal as they explore dreamscapes and befriend magical creatures. Lost in their imagination, the brother and sister must stick together and solve puzzles to find their way home.
Lost in Play has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Wholesome Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,771 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,649 positive reviews and 122 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $7.99 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 | $7.99 |
| Release Date | 8/10/2022 |
| Franchise | Joystick Ventures |
| Developer | Happy Juice Games |
| Publisher | Joystick Ventures |
| Steam App Id | 1328840 |
9. Alba: A Wildlife Adventure
Even the smallest person can make a big difference. Join Alba, as she sets out to save her beautiful island and its wildlife. And possibly start a revolution.
Alba: A Wildlife Adventure has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Wholesome Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,496 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,358 positive reviews and 138 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $16.99 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 | $16.99 |
| Release Date | 12/11/2020 |
| Developer | ustwo games |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1337010 |
10. Smushi Come Home
Play as a tiny lil' mushroom who's lost in the forest and can't find its way home. Explore unique areas freely at your own pace, chat with friendly inhabitants, and take on different adventures to get back home!
Smushi Come Home has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Wholesome Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,103 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,084 positive reviews and 19 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 | 6/10/2023 |
| Franchise | Mooneye Studios |
| Developer | SomeHumbleOnion |
| Publisher | Mooneye Studios |
| Steam App Id | 1740300 |
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| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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 | 1 | 12/1/2023 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3 | 7/17/2023 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 29 | 9/17/2021 | 96 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 11 | 12/14/2022 | 95 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 3 | 5/14/2021 | 95 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 3,023 | 7/14/2022 | 95 | $24.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 4 | 7/7/2022 | 95 | $1.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 73 | 8/10/2022 | 95 | $7.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 14 | 12/11/2020 | 94 | $16.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 14 | 6/10/2023 | 94 | $19.99 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 20). Lil Gator Game on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 16). 星空列车与白的旅行 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 25). PowerWash Simulator on Steam. Steam Store.
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 21). Smushi Come Home on Steam. Steam Store.