Free Emotional Games on Steam
Steam currently has 4,696 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 5/8/2025.
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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 35,886 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 34,188 positive reviews and 1,698 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 86, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Emotional games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 16,961 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 14,850 positive reviews and 2,111 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. 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 #3 spot for the best free Emotional games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,321 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,720 positive reviews and 601 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 |
4. 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 71, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Emotional games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 582 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 437 positive reviews and 145 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 | 1/14/2025 |
| Developer | HAEGIN Co.,Ltd. |
| Publisher | HAEGIN Co.,Ltd. |
| Steam App Id | 3198850 |
5. 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 45, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Emotional games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 434 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 192 positive reviews and 242 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 |
6. 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 #6 spot for the best free Emotional games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,157 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,600 positive reviews and 557 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).
7. 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 #7 spot for the best free Emotional games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 469 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 356 positive reviews and 113 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 | 8/16/2024 |
| Developer | LONGYOU TECHNOLOGY PTE.LTD. |
| Publisher | LONGYOU TECHNOLOGY PTE.LTD. |
| Steam App Id | 2955300 |
8. MementoMori
Dive into a World Where Sorrow Meets Beauty
MementoMori has achieved a Player Score of 70, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Emotional games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 206 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 154 positive reviews and 52 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run MementoMori on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 3/25/2025 |
| Developer | Bank of Innovation, Inc. |
| Publisher | Bank of Innovation, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 2302530 |
9. Idle Sphere
Stunning sphere-themed idle/incremental game. Experience simplicity's beauty.
Idle Sphere has achieved a Player Score of 54, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Emotional games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 244 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 135 positive reviews and 109 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" 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 Idle Sphere on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 11/17/2024 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Idle System, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 3217600 |
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://cdn.akamai.steamstatic.com/steam/apps/1941000/header.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 914 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 606 positive reviews and 308 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.
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| 22,239 | 3/21/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,931 | 4/10/2024 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,838 | 8/10/2022 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,916 | 1/14/2025 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 514 | 1/10/2024 | 45 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 380 | 4/2/2021 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 291 | 8/16/2024 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 191 | 3/25/2025 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 167 | 11/17/2024 | 54 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 125 | 7/19/2022 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 87 | 8/15/2024 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 72 | 9/14/2023 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 70 | 9/28/2023 | 45 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 57 | 8/27/2020 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 49 | 9/26/2022 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 43 | 12/17/2021 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 36 | 6/6/2024 | 21 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 33 | 7/26/2022 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 31 | 3/7/2025 | 42 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 28 | 3/21/2024 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 8). Steam Store. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 8). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 5). Sky: Children of the Light on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 9). ヘブンバーンズレッド on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 8). Play Together on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 8). 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 9). Enderal: Forgotten Stories (Special Edition) on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 8). Idol Party on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 8). MementoMori on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 4). Idle Sphere on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 18). Booty Farm [18+] on Steam. Steam Store.