Free Ambient Games on Steam
Steam currently has 201 Ambient games available to download and play. Explore our list of the best free games ranked by popularity and ratings. Data for this list is calculated from reviews and player counts reported directly by Steam and will be updated in real-time. Free Ambient game rankings were last updated on 4/1/2025.
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1. Sleeping With Sakuya Izayoi
In this small visual novel, lay down and relax with Sakuya Izayoi. Talk to her, kiss her or just simply enjoy each other's presence! Chose between 3 different locations featuring stunning artwork in this Touhou Project Fangame.
Sleeping With Sakuya Izayoi holds the #1 spot for "best free Ambient game on Steam" with a Player Score of 87. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 325 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 310 positive reviews and 15 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Sleeping With Sakuya Izayoi on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 1/12/2024 |
| Developer | Sigyaad Team |
| Publisher | Sigyaad Team |
| Steam App Id | 2739620 |
2. RPG Sounds
RPG Sounds is the best audio tool for Dungeon Masters and TTRPG Players.
RPG Sounds has achieved a Player Score of 82, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Ambient games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 126 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 115 positive reviews and 11 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It 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 | 1/27/2021 |
| Developer | Cast n Play |
| Publisher | Cast n Play |
| Steam App Id | 1480140 |
3. Virtual Interactive Fireplace
A cozy, retro-inspired hearth to warm your screen and your spirit.
Virtual Interactive Fireplace has achieved a Player Score of 86, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Ambient games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 228 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 215 positive reviews and 13 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Virtual Interactive Fireplace on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/24/2024 |
| Developer | Script Ocean Games |
| Publisher | Script Ocean Games |
| Steam App Id | 3249100 |
4. The Cursed Amulet
Enter a mysterious cave and put your puzzle-solving skills to the test. Explore the depths of the cave, search for clues, and solve challenging puzzles that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
The Cursed Amulet has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Ambient games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 136 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 113 positive reviews and 23 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 6/14/2023 |
| Developer | CrystalCreativeGames |
| Publisher | CrystalCreativeGames |
| Steam App Id | 2410690 |
5. The Zhukov Line
A short one-room-horror which takes place on a livestock train in a dystopian Soviet state
The Zhukov Line has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Ambient games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 119 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 117 positive reviews and 2 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It 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 | 2/16/2024 |
| Developer | Fish Tin Games |
| Publisher | Fish Tin Games |
| Steam App Id | 2744260 |
6. Writeway
Happy Journaling. Elevate your mental wellness through the evidence-based practice of writing.
Writeway has achieved a Player Score of 70, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Ambient games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 18 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 15 positive reviews and 3 negative reviews — making it "Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 1/5/2024 |
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| Steam App Id | 2736740 |
7. Forest Of Perdition
"Forest of Perdition" is a horror and mystery game that plunges players into a tranquil park, progressively transformed by supernatural events. Each step forward is a step closer to the terrifying truth that awaits at the heart of this haunted forest.
Forest Of Perdition has achieved a Player Score of 70, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Ambient games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 18 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 15 positive reviews and 3 negative reviews — making it "Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 3/18/2024 |
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| Steam App Id | 2741230 |
8. 13iew
A girl abandoned in the basement of a hospital for some reason. Escape the hospital avoiding the doctor who abandoned the girl in the basement! Complete the story through hidden foreshadowings and various devices throughout the map and find out why the doctor abandoned the girl in the basement.
13iew has achieved a Player Score of 60, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Ambient games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 151 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 95 positive reviews and 56 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 4/4/2023 |
| Developer | GMD Studio |
| Publisher | GMD Studio |
| Steam App Id | 2362150 |
9. AVROD
A virtual reality archaeology free-to-play online social platform.
AVROD has achieved a Player Score of 47, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Ambient games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 20 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9 positive reviews and 11 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 1/5/2021 |
| Developer | AVROD Technologies Inc. |
| Publisher | AVROD Technologies Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 1495350 |
10. Cuit
In CUIT, it is only you and your mind. A challenging and relaxing puzzle game, ready to test you from top to bottom. Navigate a current through a circuit. Power a target, avoid the explosives. Sounds easy? Try it - and guess again. A logical challenge - for everyone.
Cuit has achieved a Player Score of 71, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Ambient games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 168 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 129 positive reviews and 39 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 4/24/2017 |
| Developer | Class-X Games |
| Publisher | Class-X Games |
| Steam App Id | 614890 |
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| 9 | 1/12/2024 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7 | 1/27/2021 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5 | 11/24/2024 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2 | 6/14/2023 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 2/16/2024 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 1/5/2024 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 3/18/2024 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 4/4/2023 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 1/5/2021 | 47 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 4/24/2017 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 5/26/2020 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 3/22/2024 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 4/1/2024 | 49 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 4/13/2020 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 6/22/2021 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 10/25/2020 | 53 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 7/15/2020 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 5/1/2023 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 2/18/2022 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 5/26/2022 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 1). Sleeping With Sakuya Izayoi on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 15). RPG Sounds on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 18). Virtual Interactive Fireplace on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 15). The Cursed Amulet on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 13). The Zhukov Line on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 16). Writeway on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 15). Forest Of Perdition on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 15). 13iew on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 15). AVROD on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 12). Cuit on Steam. Steam Store.