Best Wholesome Games on Steam (for Mac OS)

Steam currently has 1,058 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 11/26/2025.

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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 9,482 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,407 positive reviews and 75 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 95, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Mac OS Wholesome games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 13,290 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 13,059 positive reviews and 231 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.

It is priced at $4.99 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 $4.99
Release Date 3/15/2022
Franchise Secret Mode
Developer Animal Uprising
Publisher Secret Mode
Steam App Id 1424330

3. 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 #3 spot for the best Mac OS Wholesome games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,960 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,795 positive reviews and 165 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.

It is priced at $3.99 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 $3.99
Release Date 9/12/2019
Developer Popcannibal
Publisher Popcannibal
Steam App Id 1070710

4. 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 #4 spot for the best Mac OS Wholesome games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 14,633 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 14,297 positive reviews and 336 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.

It is priced at $7.19 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 $7.19
Release Date 4/8/2024
Franchise Mooncube Games
Developer Mooncube Games
Publisher Mooncube Games
Steam App Id 2113850

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 7,723 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,584 positive reviews and 139 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 10,742 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,497 positive reviews and 245 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 94, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Mac OS Wholesome games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,482 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,461 positive reviews and 21 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 4,417 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,304 positive reviews and 113 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 93, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Mac OS Wholesome games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 990 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 986 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. Squeakross: Home Squeak Home

In Squeakross: Home Squeak Home, solve and transform puzzles into furniture to decorate the perfect home for your rodent friend. Collect hundreds of decorations, accessories and stickers in this cozy game full of charm!

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Squeakross: Home Squeak Home has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Mac OS Wholesome games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,432 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,415 positive reviews and 17 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 6/7/2025
Developer Alblune
Publisher Alblune
Steam App Id 2871440

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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
95
$4.99
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Kind Words (lo fi chill beats to write to) steam charts
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9/12/2019
95
$3.99
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Spirit City: Lofi Sessions steam charts
1,503
4/8/2024
95
$7.19
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Lost in Play steam charts
14
8/10/2022
95
$19.99
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Virtual Cottage steam charts
155
10/7/2020
95
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Smushi Come Home steam charts
3
6/10/2023
94
$19.99
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Is This Seat Taken? steam charts
564
8/7/2025
94
$7.99
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Seal World steam charts
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12/26/2023
93
$4.99
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Squeakross: Home Squeak Home steam charts
90
6/7/2025
93
$14.99
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  • Valve Corporation. (2025, November 26). TOEM: A Photo Adventure on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, November 19). Wobbledogs on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, November 17). Kind Words (lo fi chill beats to write to) on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, November 28). Spirit City: Lofi Sessions on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, November 26). Lost in Play on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, November 27). Virtual Cottage on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, November 26). Smushi Come Home on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, November 27). Is This Seat Taken? on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, November 8). Seal World on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, November 25). Squeakross: Home Squeak Home on Steam. Steam Store.

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