Best Wholesome Games on Steam (for Mac OS)
Steam currently has 1,282 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 5/2/2026.
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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!
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 10,583 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,496 positive reviews and 87 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $1.99 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 | $1.99 |
| Release Date | 9/17/2021 |
| Franchise | popagenda |
| Developer | Something We Made |
| Publishers | |
| 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.
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 14,467 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 14,221 positive reviews and 246 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.
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 15,999 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 15,629 positive reviews and 370 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. 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 #4 spot for the best Mac OS Wholesome games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,319 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,170 positive reviews and 149 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 |
5. 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.
Kind Words (lo fi chill beats to write to) 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 8,984 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,813 positive reviews and 171 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 |
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.
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 10,999 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,742 positive reviews and 257 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).
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!
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 2,657 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,634 positive reviews and 23 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.
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 8,172 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,973 positive reviews and 199 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $9.99 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 | $9.99 |
| Release Date | 8/7/2025 |
| Developer | Poti poti studio |
| Publisher | Wholesome Games Presents |
| Steam App Id | 3035120 |
9. 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.
DOGWALK 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 2,786 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,736 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 |
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!
Squeakross: Home Squeak Home 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 1,973 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,944 positive reviews and 29 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.
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| 208 | 9/17/2021 | 96 | $1.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 57 | 3/15/2022 | 96 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1,102 | 4/8/2024 | 95 | $11.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 11 | 8/10/2022 | 95 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 5 | 9/12/2019 | 95 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 98 | 10/7/2020 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7 | 6/10/2023 | 95 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 78 | 8/7/2025 | 94 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 3 | 7/11/2025 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 131 | 6/7/2025 | 94 | $14.99 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 3). Wobbledogs on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 5). Spirit City: Lofi Sessions on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 13). Lost in Play on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 4). Kind Words (lo fi chill beats to write to) on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 28). Virtual Cottage on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 3). Smushi Come Home on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 7). Is This Seat Taken? on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 3). DOGWALK on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 5). Squeakross: Home Squeak Home on Steam. Steam Store.