Free Ambient Games on Steam
Steam currently has 233 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 10/16/2025.
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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 88. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 399 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 383 positive reviews and 16 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. Virtual Interactive Fireplace
A cozy, retro-inspired hearth to warm your screen and your spirit.
Virtual Interactive Fireplace has achieved a Player Score of 85, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Ambient games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 276 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 256 positive reviews and 20 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 |
3. Not My War
Explore, survive, escape as a resourceful ferret on a deadly island where robots patrol and time runs out. This 3D perspective-isometric stealth game blends infiltration, scavenging, aiding survivors, and racing against the clock in a war that was never yours.
Not My War has achieved a Player Score of 85, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Ambient games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 82 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 80 positive reviews and 2 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 | 11/20/2025 |
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| Steam App Id | 4034810 |
4. RPG Sounds
RPG Sounds is the best audio tool for Dungeon Masters and TTRPG Players.
RPG Sounds has achieved a Player Score of 78, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Ambient games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 137 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 119 positive reviews and 18 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 |
5. Deep Lake: Prologue
"Deep Lake: Prologue" visual novel In the neo-Gothic genre, with a psychological story. Our hero's name is Sali. Sali is a former forensic photographer for the crime department. The accident that happened to him reveals in him a mysterious gift that can lead him to a terrible death.
Deep Lake: Prologue has achieved a Player Score of 72, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Ambient games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 69 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 56 positive reviews and 13 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 | 6/22/2021 |
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| Publisher | Kairos GD |
| Steam App Id | 1649290 |
6. Oxygen Caliber
Use recoil and grappling hooks to navigate in a dangerous deep space environment as a stranded astronaut.
Oxygen Caliber has achieved a Player Score of 66, 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 14 positive reviews and 4 negative reviews — making it "Mostly 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 | 5/1/2023 |
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| Publisher | USC Games |
| Steam App Id | 2284990 |
7. Seasonala Cemetery
A meditative experience that invites players to explore the serene beauty of a living, breathing cemetery as it changes with the seasons.
Seasonala Cemetery has achieved a Player Score of 83, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Ambient games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 80 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 76 positive reviews and 4 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 | 6/7/2025 |
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| Publisher | Gabby DaRienzo |
| Steam App Id | 3272690 |
8. Potyguara Verse
Explore Natal in an immersive way! Discover iconic tourist spots, participate in cultural events, and connect with players from around the world in an interactive and engaging Virtual Reality experience. 🎭🌍✨
Potyguara Verse 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 4 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3 positive reviews and 1 negative reviews — making it "4 user reviews" 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 | 6/28/2025 |
| Developer | Potyguara Verse Studios |
| Publisher | Potyguara Verse Studios |
| Steam App Id | 3181940 |
9. I commissioned some invisible people 0
I paid more artists to hide invisible people in 5 pieces of artwork. Can you find them all? Warning: Relaxing.
I commissioned some invisible people 0 has achieved a Player Score of 50, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Ambient games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 296 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 148 positive reviews and 148 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play I commissioned some invisible people 0 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/1/2024 |
| Franchise | I Commissioned Some |
| Developer | Follow The Fun |
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| Steam App Id | 2884490 |
10. ROTA: Bend Gravity
In ROTA gravity bends beneath your feet! Move blocks and twist gravity to solve puzzles. Collect all 50 gems and explore 8 vibrant worlds!
ROTA: Bend Gravity has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Ambient games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 75 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 69 positive reviews and 6 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 5/26/2022 |
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| Steam App Id | 1993830 |
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| 9 | 1/12/2024 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7 | 11/24/2024 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4 | 11/20/2025 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3 | 1/27/2021 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 6/22/2021 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 5/1/2023 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 6/7/2025 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 6/28/2025 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 4/1/2024 | 50 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 5/26/2022 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 3/22/2024 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 1/5/2024 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 10/25/2020 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 7/15/2020 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 4/4/2023 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 4/13/2020 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 6/14/2023 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 2/18/2022 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 3/18/2024 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 4/24/2017 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 16). Sleeping With Sakuya Izayoi on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 20). Virtual Interactive Fireplace on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 29). Not My War on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 14). RPG Sounds on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 23). Deep Lake: Prologue on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 9). Oxygen Caliber on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 28). Seasonala Cemetery on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 27). Potyguara Verse on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 16). I commissioned some invisible people 0 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 25). ROTA: Bend Gravity on Steam. Steam Store.