Free Emotional Games on Steam
Steam currently has 4,824 Emotional 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 Emotional game rankings were last updated on 6/1/2025.
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1. OBS Studio
Free and open-source software for video recording and live streaming
OBS Studio holds the #1 spot for "best free Emotional game on Steam" with a Player Score of 93. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 36,978 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 35,217 positive reviews and 1,761 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly 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 OBS Studio on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 3/21/2022 |
| Developer | OBS Project |
| Publisher | OBS Project |
| Steam App Id | 1905180 |
2. 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 85, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Emotional games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 17,490 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 15,296 positive reviews and 2,194 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 |
3. Play Together
Play Together is a popular casual social networking game enjoyed by players worldwide. Express yourself through character customization, decorate your home and host Home Parties for a fun time with friends. Enjoy tons of content with friends from all across the globe!
Play Together has achieved a Player Score of 70, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Emotional games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 643 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 475 positive reviews and 168 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 | 1/13/2025 |
| Developer | HAEGIN Co.,Ltd. |
| Publisher | HAEGIN Co.,Ltd. |
| Steam App Id | 3198850 |
4. ヘブンバーンズレッド
Key 麻枝 准が描く、最後の希望を託された少女たちの物語『ヘブンバーンズレッド （ヘブバン）』 フィールドを駆け回り、かけがえのない日常を体験しながら、命を賭した戦いに挑むドラマチックRPG！
ヘブンバーンズレッド has achieved a Player Score of 83, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Emotional games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,346 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,743 positive reviews and 603 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 ヘブンバーンズレッド on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 8/10/2022 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | WFS, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 1973710 |
5. Tell Me Why
Tell Me Why is the multi-award winning episodic adventure game from Dontnod Entertainment in which twins use their supernatural bond to discover the truth of their troubled past.
Tell Me Why has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Emotional games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 13,893 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 11,464 positive reviews and 2,429 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 Tell Me Why on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 8/27/2020 |
| Franchise | Xbox Game Studios |
| Developer | DONTNOD Entertainment |
| Publisher | Xbox Game Studios |
| Steam App Id | 1180660 |
6. レスレリアーナのアトリエ ～忘れられた錬金術と極夜の解放者～
錬金術は、150年も前に失われてしまったのでした−−−−これは、「錬金術を取り戻す」物語 。コーエーテクモゲームス × アカツキゲームスが贈る「アトリエ」シリーズ最新作
レスレリアーナのアトリエ ～忘れられた錬金術と極夜の解放者～ has achieved a Player Score of 46, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Emotional games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 440 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 197 positive reviews and 243 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 | 1/10/2024 |
| Developer | Akatsuki Games Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 2586520 |
7. Enderal: Forgotten Stories (Special Edition)
Enderal: Forgotten Stories (Special Edition) is a total conversion mod for Skyrim SE. It offers an immersive open world, new skill systems and gameplay with a dark, psychological storyline and believable characters. SE features a new rendering engine, improved lighting, performance and stability.
Enderal: Forgotten Stories (Special Edition) has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Emotional games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,294 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,728 positive reviews and 566 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 Enderal: Forgotten Stories (Special Edition) on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
8. SIGame
Exciting quiz game where you can test your knowledge, compete with friends and smart bots, and explore a variety of topics!
SIGame has achieved a Player Score of 78, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Emotional games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 591 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 488 positive reviews and 103 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 | 3/22/2025 |
| Developer | Vladimir Khil |
| Publisher | Vladimir Khil |
| Steam App Id | 3553500 |
9. Idol Party
“WOW,you can really dance!” Welcome to IDOL PARTY. Immerse yourself in dance and song to find friends in this social game. Charm your love with moves and melodies, pledge togetherness, marry, and start a family. Tired? Farm or play mini-games for endless fun!
Idol Party has achieved a Player Score of 72, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Emotional games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 483 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 366 positive reviews and 117 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Idol Party on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 8/15/2024 |
| Developer | LONGYOU TECHNOLOGY PTE.LTD. |
| Publisher | LONGYOU TECHNOLOGY PTE.LTD. |
| Steam App Id | 2955300 |
10. Booty Farm [18+]
Congrats, you just inherited a farm and your hot neighbors will not let you be! Erotic hijinks ensue on your neverending quest to expand your farm! Discover spicy romances and intertwining stories in this bizarrely relaxing farm simulator.
![Booty Farm [18+] banner](https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/1941000/8ec2cbdc3653f3c6f7b81903e1a23e7353c8cacc/header_alt_assets_0.jpg)
Booty Farm [18+] has achieved a Player Score of 64, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Emotional games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 925 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 615 positive reviews and 310 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" 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 | 7/19/2022 |
| Developer | Tender Troupe |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1941000 |
More Free Emotional Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Emotional games available on Steam.
| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 20,299 | 3/21/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,137 | 4/10/2024 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,619 | 1/13/2025 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,319 | 8/10/2022 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 359 | 8/27/2020 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 318 | 1/10/2024 | 46 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 312 | 4/2/2021 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 293 | 3/22/2025 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 221 | 8/15/2024 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 152 | 7/19/2022 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 130 | 11/17/2024 | 54 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 102 | 3/25/2025 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 96 | 8/15/2024 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 88 | 9/14/2023 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 48 | 12/17/2021 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 42 | 9/18/2018 | 58 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 29 | 9/26/2022 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 28 | 3/7/2025 | 42 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 22 | 9/1/2022 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 21 | 6/6/2024 | 21 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 1). Steam Store. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 1). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 4). Sky: Children of the Light on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 5). Play Together on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 6). ヘブンバーンズレッド on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 5). Tell Me Why on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 6). レスレリアーナのアトリエ ～忘れられた錬金術と極夜の解放者～ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 14). Enderal: Forgotten Stories (Special Edition) on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 27). SIGame on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 29). Idol Party on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 30). Booty Farm [18+] on Steam. Steam Store.