Free Cozy Games on Steam
Steam currently has 1,122 Cozy 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 Cozy game rankings were last updated on 5/9/2025.
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1. Waifu - Kawaii Idler & Clicker
💗 Idler Clicker + Dating Sim 💗 Earn rare Waifus in daily drops, win their love, and trade on Steam Community Marketplace
Waifu - Kawaii Idler & Clicker holds the #1 spot for "best free Cozy game on Steam" with a Player Score of 67. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 254 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 179 positive reviews and 75 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Waifu - Kawaii Idler & Clicker on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 12/3/2024 |
| Developer | Team Waifu |
| Publisher | Team Waifu |
| Steam App Id | 3188910 |
2. Palia
Palia is a vibrant new world made just for you. Craft, cook, fish, and farm with friends as you live the life of your dreams and discover an enchanting adventure filled with colorful characters and a mystery to unravel.
Palia has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Cozy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 27,161 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 23,126 positive reviews and 4,035 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 Palia on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 3/25/2024 |
| Developer | Singularity 6 Corporation |
| Publisher | Singularity 6 Corporation |
| Steam App Id | 2707930 |
3. Shop Titans
Shop Titans is the ultimate RPG shopkeeper simulation. Craft powerful equipment, stock your shop and sell to aspiring heroes… at a markup! Hire heroes and explore dungeons to gather valuable materials to craft with. There’s never a dull moment in the world of Shop Titans!
Shop Titans has achieved a Player Score of 77, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Cozy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 16,848 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 13,196 positive reviews and 3,652 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 5/5/2020 |
| Developer | Kabam Games, Inc. |
| Publisher | Kabam Games, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 1258080 |
4. Sky: Children of the Light
Sky: Children of the Light is a peaceful, award-winning MMO from the creators of Journey. Explore a beautifully-animated kingdom across seven realms and create enriching memories with other players in this delightful puzzle-adventure game.
Sky: Children of the Light has achieved a Player Score of 86, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Cozy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 17,006 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 14,884 positive reviews and 2,122 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 4/10/2024 |
| Developer | thatgamecompany |
| Publisher | thatgamecompany |
| Steam App Id | 2325290 |
5. Pocket Waifu: Desktop Pet
Elevate your desktop experience by adopting a desktop waifu! Similar to a tamagotchi, she will keep you company on your desktop while you work or play other games! Pat her head, feed her snacks, give her plushies, or go fishing. Bring a little joy and cozy vibes to your daily routine!
Pocket Waifu: Desktop Pet has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Cozy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,255 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,182 positive reviews and 73 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Pocket Waifu: Desktop Pet on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 8/13/2024 |
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| Steam App Id | 2989820 |
6. Idle Fishing
Relax and catch fish in a beautiful environment. Hire skilled crewmates, invest in lucrative buildings, unlock many boats & upgrades. Dive into the challenge of the fishing mini-game for an interactive experience unlike any other!
Idle Fishing has achieved a Player Score of 82, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Cozy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,371 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,174 positive reviews and 197 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
7. 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 #7 spot for the best free Cozy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 10,330 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,102 positive reviews and 228 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It 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).
8. Jigsaw Puzzle Dreams
Beautiful Multiplayer Jigsaw Puzzle game where you can design the room you play in!
Jigsaw Puzzle Dreams has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Cozy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 971 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 917 positive reviews and 54 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 Jigsaw Puzzle Dreams on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 12/2/2021 |
| Developer | That's Nice Games |
| Publisher | That's Nice Games |
| Steam App Id | 1653970 |
9. Coloring Game 5
Coloring Game 5 - coloring by numbers. Is a bright representative of anti-stress games.
Coloring Game 5 has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Cozy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 318 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 303 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 Coloring Game 5 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
10. Cats
Cats — and that says it all. Interactive cat clicker. Click on cats for new cats. That's all, really.
Cats has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Cozy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,140 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,227 positive reviews and 913 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 5/21/2024 |
| Franchise | 100 Cozy Games |
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| Steam App Id | 2977660 |
More Free Cozy Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Cozy games available on Steam.
| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 23,786 | 12/3/2024 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5,116 | 3/25/2024 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,155 | 5/5/2020 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,075 | 4/10/2024 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 556 | 8/13/2024 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 438 | 5/24/2024 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 260 | 10/7/2020 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 118 | 12/2/2021 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 85 | 4/25/2025 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 73 | 5/21/2024 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 62 | 10/30/2024 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 26 | 4/17/2023 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 25 | 1/10/2020 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 25 | 11/16/2023 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 22 | 7/30/2021 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 18 | 5/17/2024 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 17 | 4/12/2019 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 14 | 4/17/2020 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 12 | 12/17/2023 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 10 | 9/9/2024 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 9). Waifu - Kawaii Idler & Clicker on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 9). Palia on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 10). Shop Titans on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 9). Sky: Children of the Light on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 10). Pocket Waifu: Desktop Pet on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 5). Idle Fishing on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 8). Virtual Cottage on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 22). Jigsaw Puzzle Dreams on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 29). Coloring Game 5 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 26). Cats on Steam. Steam Store.