Best Wholesome Games on Steam (for Mac OS)

Steam currently has 1,124 Wholesome 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. Wholesome game rankings were last updated on 1/20/2026.

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1. 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!

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TOEM: A Photo Adventure holds the #1 spot for "best Mac OS Wholesome game on Steam" with a Player Score of 96. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,903 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,823 positive reviews and 80 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
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Steam App Id 1307580

2. Wobbledogs

A 3D pet simulation where you raise your own personal hive of mutating dogs, physically simulated all the way down to their guts! Wobbledogs is a casual and chill sandbox for players of all ages who want to care for their very own virtual pets in a surprising, unique, and stress-free environment.

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Wobbledogs has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Mac OS Wholesome games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 13,761 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 13,520 positive reviews and 241 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. At the moment, it is possible to play Wobbledogs on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

Steam Price $19.99
Release Date 3/15/2022
Franchise Secret Mode
Developer Animal Uprising
Publisher Secret Mode
Steam App Id 1424330

3. 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.

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Spirit City: Lofi Sessions has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Mac OS Wholesome games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 15,329 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 14,984 positive reviews and 345 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 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

4. Kind Words (lo fi chill beats to write to)

A game about writing nice letters to real people. Write and receive encouraging letters in a cozy room. Trade stickers and listen to chill music. We're all in this together. Sometimes all you need are a few kind words.

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Kind Words (lo fi chill beats to write to) has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Mac OS Wholesome games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,978 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,811 positive reviews and 167 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 Kind Words (lo fi chill beats to write to) on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

Steam Price $4.99
Release Date 9/12/2019
Developer Popcannibal
Publisher Popcannibal
Steam App Id 1070710

5. 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.

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Lost in Play has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Mac OS Wholesome games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7,999 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,856 positive reviews and 143 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 8/10/2022
Franchise Joystick Ventures
Developer Happy Juice Games
Publisher Joystick Ventures
Steam App Id 1328840

6. Virtual Cottage

Virtual Cottage gives you a comfy place to rest and be productive without any distractions. Open the game, set yourself a goal and enjoy the atmosphere.

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Virtual Cottage has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Mac OS Wholesome games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 10,861 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,615 positive reviews and 246 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.

It is completely free to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Virtual Cottage on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

Release Date 10/7/2020
Franchise DU&I
Developer DU&I
Publisher DU&I
Steam App Id 1369320

7. 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!

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Smushi Come Home has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Mac OS Wholesome games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,565 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,543 positive reviews and 22 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

8. Is This Seat Taken?

Is This Seat Taken? is a logic puzzle game where you play matchmaker for groups of hilariously particular people. Each character has pet peeves that make seating them a delightful challenge. Find the perfect spot for each person to unlock new levels in this cozy, silly, and relatable experience.

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Is This Seat Taken? has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Mac OS Wholesome games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,634 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,471 positive reviews and 163 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.

Steam Price $7.99
Release Date 8/7/2025
Developer Poti poti studio
Publisher Wholesome Games Presents
Steam App Id 3035120

9. Seal World

Meet silly seals, eat fibsh, swim, and relax!

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Seal World has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Mac OS Wholesome games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,058 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,054 positive reviews and 4 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, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.

Steam Price $4.99
Release Date 12/26/2023
Developers
Publishers
Steam App Id 1684410

10. DOGWALK

Explore a hand-crafted winter forest as a big adorable dog and a little kid in tow. A short, free, open source project brought to you by Blender Studio.

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DOGWALK has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Mac OS Wholesome games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,561 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,511 positive reviews and 50 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.

It is completely free to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play DOGWALK on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

Release Date 7/11/2025
Developer Blender Studio
Publisher Blender Studio
Steam App Id 3775050

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TOEM: A Photo Adventure steam charts
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9/17/2021
96
$19.99
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Wobbledogs steam charts
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3/15/2022
96
$19.99
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Spirit City: Lofi Sessions steam charts
1,331
4/8/2024
95
$11.99
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Kind Words (lo fi chill beats to write to) steam charts
4
9/12/2019
95
$4.99
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Lost in Play steam charts
20
8/10/2022
95
$19.99
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Virtual Cottage steam charts
177
10/7/2020
95
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Smushi Come Home steam charts
1
6/10/2023
95
$19.99
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Is This Seat Taken? steam charts
194
8/7/2025
94
$7.99
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Seal World steam charts
1
12/26/2023
94
$4.99
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DOGWALK steam charts
5
7/11/2025
94
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  • Valve Corporation. (2026, January 20). TOEM: A Photo Adventure on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2026, January 12). Wobbledogs on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2026, January 20). Spirit City: Lofi Sessions on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2026, January 24). Kind Words (lo fi chill beats to write to) on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2026, January 24). Lost in Play on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, November 27). Virtual Cottage on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2026, January 14). Smushi Come Home on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2026, January 31). Is This Seat Taken? on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, November 8). Seal World on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, December 17). DOGWALK on Steam. Steam Store.

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