Free Relaxing Games on Steam
Steam currently has 18,076 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 12/12/2025.
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1. Bongo Cat
Bongo cat needs your help. Bongo cat needz more hatz!!! Every time you press a key, Bongo cat will punch your taskbar. Type, click, play, work to collect more points. Which hats will you find?
Bongo Cat holds the #1 spot for "best free Relaxing game on Steam" with a Player Score of 96. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 81,913 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 80,029 positive reviews and 1,884 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly 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 | 3/5/2025 |
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| Publisher | Irox Games |
| Steam App Id | 3419430 |
2. 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 has achieved a Player Score of 86, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 184,126 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 160,187 positive reviews and 23,939 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 |
| Developer | Maxis |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Steam App Id | 1222670 |
3. 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 #3 spot for the best free Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 44,464 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 42,326 positive reviews and 2,138 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 |
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 57, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 80,121 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 45,504 positive reviews and 34,617 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 | 11/10/2021 |
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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 84, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,955 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,700 positive reviews and 1,255 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 | 5/1/2025 |
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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 49,487 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 48,650 positive reviews and 837 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. Fish Idle 2: Underwater Mystery
Dive into the most fun idle fishing arcade game! Manage your Fish Kingdoms with automated fishing, upgrade your boat and gear, invest in passive income, and outsmart the market. Become the ultimate fish tycoon!
Fish Idle 2: Underwater Mystery has achieved a Player Score of 64, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,377 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 900 positive reviews and 477 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Fish Idle 2: Underwater Mystery on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/15/2024 |
| Developer | Multicast |
| Publisher | MulticastGames |
| Steam App Id | 3037410 |
8. 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 72, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,282 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 954 positive reviews and 328 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 possible to play Play Together on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 1/14/2025 |
| Developer | HAEGIN Co.,Ltd. |
| Publisher | HAEGIN Co.,Ltd. |
| Steam App Id | 3198850 |
9. Palia
Discover a welcoming world in Palia, a free-to-play fantasy life sim adventure where you can craft, explore, and create the life and home of your dreams. With nearly endless ways to make Palia your home, you’ll find relaxation and joy in every corner of this vibrant, heartwarming world.
Palia 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 37,455 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 32,279 positive reviews and 5,176 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 |
10. Upload Labs
A sci-fi management game where you build and optimize your computer's system from the ground up. Connect and configure interconnected nodes to efficiently download, process, and upload files. Manage your setup, solve system challenges, and become the ultimate system architect
Upload Labs has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,040 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,699 positive reviews and 341 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Upload Labs on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/3/2025 |
| Developer | EnigmaDev Studios |
| Publisher | EnigmaDev Studios |
| Steam App Id | 3606890 |
More Free Relaxing Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Relaxing games available on Steam.
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| 100,488 | 3/5/2025 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 15,369 | 6/18/2020 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 14,957 | 3/21/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 12,192 | 11/10/2021 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 9,924 | 5/1/2025 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 9,787 | 8/13/2023 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 9,120 | 11/15/2024 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5,218 | 1/14/2025 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,486 | 3/25/2024 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,371 | 10/3/2025 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,026 | 4/10/2024 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,919 | 5/5/2020 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,808 | 2/29/2024 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,908 | 8/28/2017 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,680 | 12/14/2025 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,647 | 4/28/2025 | 52 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 963 | 3/30/2015 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 803 | 8/13/2024 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 790 | 12/3/2024 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 785 | 12/4/2020 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 12). Bongo Cat on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 13). The Sims™ 4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 13). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 6). Russian Fishing 4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 12). Revolution Idle on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 1). VPet-Simulator on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 3). Fish Idle 2: Underwater Mystery on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 15). Play Together on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 13). Palia on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 15). Upload Labs on Steam. Steam Store.