Free Relaxing Games on Steam
Steam currently has 12,929 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 11/20/2024.
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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 153,898 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 134,489 positive reviews and 19,409 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. Cats
Cats — and that says it all. Interactive cat clicker. Click on cats for new cats. That's all, really.
Cats has achieved a Player Score of 74, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,550 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,949 positive reviews and 601 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 | 5/21/2024 |
| Franchise | 100 Cozy Games |
| Developer | 100 Cozy Games |
| Publisher | 100 Cozy Games |
| Steam App Id | 2977660 |
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 51, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 67,834 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 34,447 positive reviews and 33,387 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 |
4. 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 #4 spot for the best free Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 28,875 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 27,553 positive reviews and 1,322 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 |
5. 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 69, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 15,524 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,831 positive reviews and 4,693 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 |
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 43,017 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 42,291 positive reviews and 726 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. Tapple - Idle Clicker
Welcome to Tapple, the idle clicker game where every tap brings you closer to an ever-growing collection of Tapples. Build your empire one tap at a time, discover unique Tapple drops, and experience the rewarding gameplay that keeps you coming back for more.
Tapple - Idle Clicker has achieved a Player Score of 66, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 501 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 347 positive reviews and 154 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 6/29/2024 |
| Developer | Zeeno |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 3047030 |
8. 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 70, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 589 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 432 positive reviews and 157 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 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 |
9. Brighter Shores
Brighter Shores is an all new adventure from award winning MMORPG designer Andrew Gower. It is an enchanting point-and-click style RPG with hundreds of hours of gameplay, set in a land of magic and mysteries, with a huge number of professions to try, and something new to find around every corner.
Brighter Shores has achieved a Player Score of 72, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,588 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,868 positive reviews and 1,720 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 | 11/6/2024 |
| Developer | Fen Research Ltd |
| Publisher | Fen Research Ltd |
| Steam App Id | 2791440 |
10. 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 81, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 17,934 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 14,755 positive reviews and 3,179 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 |
More Free Relaxing Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Relaxing games available on Steam.
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| 23,910 | 6/18/2020 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 21,891 | 5/21/2024 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 17,738 | 11/11/2021 | 51 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 17,355 | 3/21/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 13,374 | 2/19/2016 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 11,946 | 8/14/2023 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7,710 | 6/29/2024 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 6,420 | 10/11/2024 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5,278 | 11/6/2024 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,837 | 3/25/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,258 | 5/5/2020 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,185 | 4/10/2024 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,932 | 8/28/2017 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,893 | 1/4/2018 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,833 | 12/4/2020 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,440 | 1/22/2024 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,185 | 8/6/2024 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 729 | 11/7/2024 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 705 | 8/13/2024 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 686 | 10/22/2024 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 20). The Sims™ 4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 21). Cats on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, September 28). Russian Fishing 4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 21). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 13). Governor of Poker 3 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 19). VPet-Simulator on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 13). Tapple - Idle Clicker on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 20). Revolution Idle on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 20). Brighter Shores on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 20). Palia on Steam. Steam Store.