Best Ambient Games on Steam
Steam currently has 213 Ambient games available to download and play. Explore our list of the best picks ranked by Player Score. Our Player Score rankings are calculated directly from reviews left on the Steam store and will be updated in real-time as more players leave their feedback. Ambient game rankings were last updated on 5/31/2025.
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1. INSIDE
Hunted and alone, a boy finds himself drawn into the center of a dark project. INSIDE is a dark, narrative-driven platformer combining intense action with challenging puzzles. It has been critically acclaimed for its moody art style, ambient soundtrack and unsettling atmosphere.
INSIDE holds the #1 spot for "best Ambient game on Steam" with a Player Score of 95. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 68,146 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 66,052 positive reviews and 2,094 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $19.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
2. Spirit City: Lofi Sessions
Spirit City: Lofi Sessions is a gamified focus tool, set to a soothing lofi soundtrack. Discover and collect Spirits, customize your cozy virtual space, and facilitate your real-life tasks with a collection of handy features designed to improve concentration and ease stress.
Spirit City: Lofi Sessions has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Ambient games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 12,171 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 11,880 positive reviews and 291 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $11.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Spirit City: Lofi Sessions on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $11.99 |
| Release Date | 4/8/2024 |
| Franchise | Mooncube Games |
| Developer | Mooncube Games |
| Publisher | Mooncube Games |
| Steam App Id | 2113850 |
3. Ithya: Magic Studies
Ithya: Magic Study is a cozy background app combined with productivity tools. Customize your room and relax with lofi or fantasy playlists in beautiful, hand-drawn environments. Perfect for a focused or creative session in a magical world.
Ithya: Magic Studies has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Ambient games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 749 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 729 positive reviews and 20 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $10.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Ithya: Magic Studies on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $10.99 |
| Release Date | 5/7/2025 |
| Developer | BlueTurtle |
| Publisher | BlueTurtle |
| Steam App Id | 3330250 |
4. Sleeping With Sakuya Izayoi
In this small visual novel, lay down and relax with Sakuya Izayoi. Talk to her, kiss her or just simply enjoy each other's presence! Chose between 3 different locations featuring stunning artwork in this Touhou Project Fangame.
Sleeping With Sakuya Izayoi has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Ambient games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 347 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 330 positive reviews and 17 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is completely free to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Sleeping With Sakuya Izayoi on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 1/12/2024 |
| Developer | Sigyaad Team |
| Publisher | Sigyaad Team |
| Steam App Id | 2739620 |
5. The Zhukov Line
A short one-room-horror which takes place on a livestock train in a dystopian Soviet state
The Zhukov Line has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Ambient games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 124 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 122 positive reviews and 2 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is completely free to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play The Zhukov Line on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 2/16/2024 |
| Developer | Fish Tin Games |
| Publisher | Fish Tin Games |
| Steam App Id | 2744260 |
6. Puttler
Puttler is a mini-golf puzzle game featuring wacky obstacles and a charming backstory. Build contraptions to score the golf ball under par across 13 courses and over 200 unique holes to solve.
Puttler has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Ambient games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 186 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 179 positive reviews and 7 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $7.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Puttler on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $7.99 |
| Release Date | 3/28/2025 |
| Developer | Bean Juice Studios |
| Publisher | Bean Juice Studios |
| Steam App Id | 3198680 |
7. Rock Simulator 2
Rock Simulator 2 is a multiplayer, meditative idle game for relaxation and discovery. Start in the Hideaway, a peaceful retreat where you collect and appreciate nature’s creations. Unwind with friends, shape your environment, and enjoy the quiet beauty of the world around you.
Rock Simulator 2 has achieved a Player Score of 86, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Ambient games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 446 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 415 positive reviews and 31 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $2.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Rock Simulator 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $2.99 |
| Release Date | 11/30/2023 |
| Franchise | Rock Simulation |
| Developer | vinoo |
| Publisher | vinoo |
| Steam App Id | 1949770 |
8. Mountain
Existential Nature Simulation
Mountain has achieved a Player Score of 86, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Ambient games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 16,239 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 14,316 positive reviews and 1,923 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $0.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Mountain on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $0.99 |
| Release Date | 8/18/2014 |
| Developer | David OReilly |
| Publisher | David OReilly |
| Steam App Id | 313340 |
9. Lushfoil Photography Sim
A tranquil exploration and photography experience set across a vast selection of faithfully detailed landscapes.
Lushfoil Photography Sim has achieved a Player Score of 85, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Ambient games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 770 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 701 positive reviews and 69 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $14.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $14.99 |
| Release Date | 4/15/2025 |
| Franchise | Annapurna Interactive |
| Developer | Matt Newell |
| Publisher | Annapurna Interactive |
| Steam App Id | 1749860 |
10. Seedlings
An atmospheric 2D puzzle platformer made using real photos and videos from New Zealand's native forest. Become a seed that can possess different plant creatures with unique abilities. Solve the obstacles in your way to discover the secrets of the Seedlings.
Seedlings has achieved a Player Score of 85, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Ambient games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 59 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 59 positive reviews and 0 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $3.39 to play and 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.
| Steam Price | $3.39 |
| Release Date | 9/21/2023 |
| Developer | Bardsley Creative |
| Publisher | Bardsley Creative |
| Steam App Id | 1575510 |
More Ambient Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best Ambient games available on Steam.
| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 132 | 7/7/2016 | 95 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1,477 | 4/8/2024 | 95 | $11.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 176 | 5/7/2025 | 91 | $10.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 11 | 1/12/2024 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 2/16/2024 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 3/28/2025 | 87 | $7.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 32 | 11/30/2023 | 86 | $2.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 44 | 8/18/2014 | 86 | $0.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 17 | 4/15/2025 | 85 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 9/21/2023 | 85 | $3.39 | Steam Charts | |
 | 54 | 5/27/2025 | 85 | $12.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 6 | 11/24/2024 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 3/17/2022 | 85 | $13.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 5/12/2017 | 84 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 4/13/2020 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4 | 5/7/2024 | 83 | $4.79 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 4/30/2024 | 83 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 12/18/2018 | 82 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 8/18/2009 | 82 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 9 | 1/27/2021 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 31). Steam Store. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 31). INSIDE on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 11). Spirit City: Lofi Sessions on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 6). Ithya: Magic Studies on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 16). Sleeping With Sakuya Izayoi on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 16). The Zhukov Line on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 13). Puttler on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 4). Rock Simulator 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 29). Mountain on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 12). Lushfoil Photography Sim on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 1). Seedlings on Steam. Steam Store.