Free Romance Games on Steam
Steam currently has 6,379 Romance 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 Romance game rankings were last updated on 8/22/2025.
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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 Romance game on Steam" with a Player Score of 86. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 176,518 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 154,037 positive reviews and 22,481 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 Romance games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 40,289 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 38,338 positive reviews and 1,951 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. Clicker Cuties - Anime Idler
💗 Idler Clicker + Dating Sim 💗 Meet virtual cuties, care for them, and get to know their stories!
Clicker Cuties - Anime Idler has achieved a Player Score of 61, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Romance games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 287 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 181 positive reviews and 106 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" 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 Clicker Cuties - Anime Idler on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 12/3/2024 |
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| Steam App Id | 3188910 |
4. 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 69, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Romance games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 891 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 635 positive reviews and 256 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 | 1/14/2025 |
| Developer | HAEGIN Co.,Ltd. |
| Publisher | HAEGIN Co.,Ltd. |
| Steam App Id | 3198850 |
5. Horny Villa
All roads lead to Horny Villa: a casual NSFW merger game featuring engaging mechanics, spicy erotic content and the hottest girls. Build the villa of your wettest dreams and cast sexy babes to join you for the ride. Grab your purple robe and pipe, and create the largest empire of debauchery!
Horny Villa has achieved a Player Score of 70, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Romance games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,910 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,817 positive reviews and 1,093 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" 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 | 11/7/2024 |
| Developer | GreenT |
| Publisher | Nutaku Publishing |
| Steam App Id | 2903690 |
6. Pocket Waifu: Desktop Pet
Elevate your desktop experience by adopting a desktop waifu! Similar to a tamagotchi, she will keep you company on your desktop while you work or play other games! Pat her head, feed her snacks, give her plushies, or go fishing. Bring a little joy and cozy vibes to your daily routine!
Pocket Waifu: Desktop Pet has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Romance games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,351 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,266 positive reviews and 85 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Pocket Waifu: Desktop Pet on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 8/13/2024 |
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| Steam App Id | 2989820 |
7. LoveCraft
Welcome to LoveCraft - home to interesting people, hot parties, exploration and fulfilling relationships! Create your world, from a unique persona to your exciting adventures.
LoveCraft has achieved a Player Score of 67, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Romance games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,760 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,208 positive reviews and 552 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run LoveCraft on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 4/9/2024 |
| Developer | WEALTHBIRD |
| Publisher | WEALTHBIRD |
| Steam App Id | 2692440 |
8. Doki Doki Literature Club!
The Literature Club is full of cute girls! Will you write the way into their heart? This game is not suitable for children or those who are easily disturbed.
Doki Doki Literature Club! has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Romance games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 212,781 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 205,241 positive reviews and 7,540 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 possible to play Doki Doki Literature Club! on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/6/2017 |
| Developer | Team Salvato |
| Publisher | Team Salvato |
| Steam App Id | 698780 |
9. Everlasting Summer
Visual novel loved by many – Everlasting Summer – now on Steam!
Everlasting Summer has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Romance games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 75,988 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 72,020 positive reviews and 3,968 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 not possible to play or run Everlasting Summer on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 11/19/2014 |
| Developer | Soviet Games |
| Publisher | Soviet Games |
| Steam App Id | 331470 |
10. Book of Yog Idle RPG
The Book of Yog is a 3D idle RPG game presented with a Cel-Shading art style. You can rally heroes, develop the kingdom and explore the secrets of a lost world. Dozens of heroes, hundreds of skills, thousands of loot for you to combine freely. Come to embark on a journey to build the strongest team!
Book of Yog Idle RPG has achieved a Player Score of 63, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Romance games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7,722 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,952 positive reviews and 2,770 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Book of Yog Idle RPG on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
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| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 26,785 | 6/18/2020 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 13,861 | 3/21/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,023 | 12/3/2024 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,446 | 1/14/2025 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,348 | 11/7/2024 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,116 | 8/13/2024 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 662 | 4/9/2024 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 466 | 10/6/2017 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 446 | 11/19/2014 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 354 | 4/25/2025 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 277 | 8/15/2024 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 266 | 4/22/2020 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 250 | 7/17/2023 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 209 | 5/16/2022 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 175 | 10/15/2021 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 167 | 12/7/2023 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 150 | 11/16/2020 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 146 | 3/25/2024 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 142 | 5/21/2025 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 139 | 10/13/2023 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 22). The Sims™ 4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 22). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 20). Clicker Cuties - Anime Idler on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 22). Play Together on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 22). Horny Villa on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 15). Pocket Waifu: Desktop Pet on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 17). LoveCraft on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 7). Doki Doki Literature Club! on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 6). Everlasting Summer on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 20). Book of Yog Idle RPG on Steam. Steam Store.