Free Relaxing Games on Steam
Steam currently has 13,595 Relaxing 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 Relaxing game rankings were last updated on 1/17/2025.
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1. The Sims™ 4
Play with life and discover the possibilities. Unleash your imagination and create a world of Sims that’s wholly unique. Explore and customize every detail from Sims to homes–and much more.
The Sims™ 4 holds the #1 spot for "best free Relaxing game on Steam" with a Player Score of 86. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 159,439 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 139,385 positive reviews and 20,054 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 The Sims™ 4 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 6/18/2020 |
| Franchise | The Sims 4 |
| Developer | Maxis |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Steam App Id | 1222670 |
2. OBS Studio
Free and open-source software for video recording and live streaming
OBS Studio has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 31,255 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 29,798 positive reviews and 1,457 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 |
3. Governor of Poker 3
Governor of Poker 3 is the best multiplayer poker game with a great design. In this multi-player version of Governor of Poker you compete live with thousands of real poker players to prove you are the number 1 Texas Hold ’em poker star!
Governor of Poker 3 has achieved a Player Score of 68, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 15,380 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,626 positive reviews and 4,754 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Governor of Poker 3 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 2/19/2016 |
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| Steam App Id | 436150 |
4. Russian Fishing 4
Russian Fishing 4 is a fishing simulator with RPG elements. There is no story line and the whole process is based on the concept of an open, free to roam and free to play game.
Russian Fishing 4 has achieved a Player Score of 52, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 69,713 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 36,137 positive reviews and 33,576 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Russian Fishing 4 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/11/2021 |
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| Steam App Id | 766570 |
5. Revolution Idle
Join an experience where each revolution takes you further into the unknown! Revolution Idle challenges you to multiply your accumulators to reach unimaginable heights. Will you manage to reach infinity?
Revolution Idle has achieved a Player Score of 80, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,038 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,700 positive reviews and 338 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 Revolution Idle on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/11/2024 |
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| Publisher | Oni Gaming |
| Steam App Id | 2763740 |
6. VPet-Simulator
Feeling like the computer desktop is too dull? Need something cute to heal oneself? Come and try this new completely free and open source V-Pet simulator. A cute and adorable pet that supports various feeding interactions to accompany you in game learning is definitely your best choice!
VPet-Simulator has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 44,497 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 43,736 positive reviews and 761 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run VPet-Simulator on the Steam Deck.
7. 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 #7 spot for the best free Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 23,523 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 19,967 positive reviews and 3,556 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 |
8. 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 #8 spot for the best free Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 16,459 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 12,948 positive reviews and 3,511 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 |
9. Fishing Planet
Fishing Planet® is a free-to-play and highly realistic first-person online multiplayer fishing simulator. Developed by avid fishing enthusiasts to bring you the full thrill of actual angling on your PC.
Fishing Planet has achieved a Player Score of 85, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 62,437 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 54,146 positive reviews and 8,291 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Fishing Planet on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 8/28/2017 |
| Developer | Fishing Planet LLC |
| Publisher | Fishing Planet LLC |
| Steam App Id | 380600 |
10. 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 #10 spot for the best free Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 14,947 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 13,151 positive reviews and 1,796 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 |
More Free Relaxing Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Relaxing games available on Steam.
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| 36,469 | 6/18/2020 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 16,867 | 3/21/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 15,311 | 2/19/2016 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 14,912 | 11/11/2021 | 52 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 8,723 | 10/11/2024 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 6,922 | 8/14/2023 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,720 | 3/25/2024 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,339 | 5/5/2020 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,978 | 8/28/2017 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,308 | 4/10/2024 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,424 | 12/4/2020 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,461 | 12/3/2024 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,380 | 11/7/2024 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,338 | 3/30/2015 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,272 | 11/6/2024 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 855 | 3/24/2021 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 838 | 1/22/2024 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 779 | 8/13/2024 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 730 | 5/24/2024 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 670 | 8/17/2018 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 17). The Sims™ 4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 17). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 14). Governor of Poker 3 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 16). Russian Fishing 4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 10). Revolution Idle on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 15). VPet-Simulator on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 16). Palia on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 8). Shop Titans on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 16). Fishing Planet on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 16). Sky: Children of the Light on Steam. Steam Store.