Free Cozy Games on Steam
Steam currently has 1,013 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 3/15/2025.
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1. Waifu
💗 Idler Clicker + Dating Sim 💗 Earn rare Waifus in daily drops, win their love, and trade on Steam Community Marketplace
Waifu 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 206 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 146 positive reviews and 60 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 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 83, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Cozy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 25,408 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 21,576 positive reviews and 3,832 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 16,668 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 13,071 positive reviews and 3,597 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 15,973 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 14,008 positive reviews and 1,965 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 1,142 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,077 positive reviews and 65 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 1,288 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,104 positive reviews and 184 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. 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 #7 spot for the best free Cozy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,038 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,149 positive reviews and 889 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 |
8. 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 #8 spot for the best free Cozy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 10,185 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,964 positive reviews and 221 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).
9. 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 #9 spot for the best free Cozy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 927 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 874 positive reviews and 53 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 |
10. PUMPKIN PANIC
COME TO THIS COZY FARM! Plant crops, take care of the plants, go fishing, or whatever you prefer, but have a good time! But be carefull, they say that strange things are happening in the area...
PUMPKIN PANIC has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Cozy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,281 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,229 positive reviews and 52 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play PUMPKIN PANIC on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
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Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Cozy games available on Steam.
| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6,011 | 12/3/2024 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,532 | 3/25/2024 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,345 | 5/5/2020 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,841 | 4/10/2024 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 439 | 8/13/2024 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 356 | 5/24/2024 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 346 | 5/21/2024 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 233 | 10/7/2020 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 156 | 12/2/2021 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 73 | 10/30/2024 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 30 | 7/30/2021 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 21 | 11/16/2023 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 20 | 11/7/2024 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 19 | 3/5/2025 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 17 | 5/17/2024 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 17 | 6/9/2024 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 16 | 1/10/2020 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 14 | 7/23/2024 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 14 | 4/12/2019 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 14 | 12/17/2023 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 15). Waifu on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 14). Palia on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 13). Shop Titans on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 14). Sky: Children of the Light on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 6). Pocket Waifu: Desktop Pet on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 24). Idle Fishing on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 13). Cats on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 13). Virtual Cottage on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 14). Jigsaw Puzzle Dreams on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 9). PUMPKIN PANIC on Steam. Steam Store.