Free Relaxing Games on Steam
Steam currently has 10,846 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 5/29/2024.
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1. 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 holds the #1 spot for "best free Relaxing game on Steam" with a Player Score of 69. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 14,865 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,430 positive reviews and 4,435 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 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 |
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 87, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 137,248 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 120,237 positive reviews and 17,011 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 EA |
| Developer | Maxis |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Steam App Id | 1222670 |
3. 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 48, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 63,269 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 30,549 positive reviews and 32,720 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 |
4. EGG
Egg is an interactive clicker game where you need to click egg to earn more eggs.
EGG has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,714 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,075 positive reviews and 639 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 EGG on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 2/3/2024 |
| Developer | KolbasinoGames |
| Publisher | KolbasinoGames |
| Steam App Id | 2784840 |
5. 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 #5 spot for the best free Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 22,462 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 21,459 positive reviews and 1,003 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 |
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 39,167 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 38,522 positive reviews and 645 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 74, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,153 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,215 positive reviews and 1,938 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 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 15,249 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 11,922 positive reviews and 3,327 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 82, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,746 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,001 positive reviews and 745 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. 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 #10 spot for the best free Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 54,258 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 47,063 positive reviews and 7,195 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 |
More Free Relaxing Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Relaxing games available on Steam.
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 | 27,354 | 2/19/2016 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 19,837 | 6/18/2020 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 12,620 | 11/10/2021 | 48 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 12,244 | 2/3/2024 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9,082 | 3/21/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8,780 | 8/14/2023 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,904 | 3/25/2024 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,199 | 5/5/2020 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,414 | 4/10/2024 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,808 | 8/28/2017 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,464 | 12/4/2020 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,039 | 1/22/2024 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 844 | 1/4/2018 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 700 | 4/18/2024 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 585 | 4/30/2022 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 541 | 3/24/2021 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 329 | 9/15/2022 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 316 | 10/7/2020 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 298 | 8/17/2018 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 293 | 8/15/2023 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 29). The Sims™ 4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 27). Russian Fishing 4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 29). EGG on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 27). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 29). VPet-Simulator on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 30). Palia on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 27). Shop Titans on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 26). Sky: Children of the Light on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 29). Fishing Planet on Steam. Steam Store.