Free Relaxing Games on Steam
Steam currently has 14,458 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 3/25/2025.
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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 165,801 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 144,796 positive reviews and 21,005 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 |
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 34,220 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 32,606 positive reviews and 1,614 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 15,454 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,612 positive reviews and 4,842 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. Waifu - Kawaii Idler & Clicker
💗 Idler Clicker + Dating Sim 💗 Earn rare Waifus in daily drops, win their love, and trade on Steam Community Marketplace
Waifu - Kawaii Idler & Clicker has achieved a Player Score of 67, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 216 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 153 positive reviews and 63 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 - Kawaii Idler & Clicker on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 12/3/2024 |
| Developer | Team Waifu |
| Publisher | Team Waifu |
| Steam App Id | 3188910 |
5. 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 53, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 71,548 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 37,807 positive reviews and 33,741 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 |
6. 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 82, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,305 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,807 positive reviews and 498 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 |
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 25,871 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 21,974 positive reviews and 3,897 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 16,714 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 13,101 positive reviews and 3,613 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. 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 #9 spot for the best free Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 16,228 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 14,217 positive reviews and 2,011 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 |
10. 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 #10 spot for the best free Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 45,484 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 44,710 positive reviews and 774 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.
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| 39,725 | 6/18/2020 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 13,569 | 3/21/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 13,249 | 2/19/2016 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 11,497 | 12/3/2024 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 6,873 | 11/11/2021 | 53 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 6,796 | 10/11/2024 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5,169 | 3/25/2024 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,082 | 5/5/2020 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,435 | 4/10/2024 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,294 | 8/14/2023 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,270 | 8/28/2017 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,849 | 11/15/2024 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,848 | 12/4/2020 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,790 | 3/30/2015 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,681 | 11/7/2024 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 958 | 3/24/2021 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 664 | 8/17/2018 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 661 | 8/13/2024 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 636 | 1/14/2025 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 612 | 11/6/2024 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 25). The Sims™ 4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 28). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 27). Governor of Poker 3 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 27). Waifu - Kawaii Idler & Clicker on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 25). Russian Fishing 4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 13). Revolution Idle on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 28). Palia on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 18). Shop Titans on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 28). Sky: Children of the Light on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 23). VPet-Simulator on Steam. Steam Store.