Best Cozy Games on Steam
Steam currently has 829 Cozy 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. Cozy game rankings were last updated on 11/22/2024.
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3. TOEM: A Photo Adventure
Set off on a delightful expedition and use your photographic eye to uncover the mysteries of the magical TOEM in this hand-drawn adventure game. Chat with quirky characters, solve their problems by snapping neat photos, and make your way through a relaxing landscape!
TOEM: A Photo Adventure has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Cozy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7,093 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,038 positive reviews and 55 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $19.99 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 | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 9/17/2021 |
| Franchise | popagenda |
| Developer | Something We Made |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1307580 |
4. A Castle Full of Cats
A Castle Full of Cats is a catvania hidden object game where you need to find all the cursed cats in the castle. Save each and every cat and unleash the power of love! ♡
A Castle Full of Cats has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Cozy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,713 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,691 positive reviews and 22 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $3.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play A Castle Full of Cats on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
5. An Arcade Full of Cats
Journey through gaming history's time and space, while searching for adorable feline companions in 'An Arcade Full of Cats,' the ultimate pet'em up hidden object game.
An Arcade Full of Cats has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Cozy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,255 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,165 positive reviews and 90 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is completely free to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play An Arcade Full of Cats on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
6. Lil Gator Game
Embark on an adorable adventure, discover new friends and uncover everything the island has to offer. Climb, Swim, Glide and slide your way into the hearts of the many different characters you meet on your travels!
Lil Gator Game has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Cozy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,358 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,314 positive reviews and 44 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $19.99 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 | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 12/14/2022 |
| Franchise | Playtonic Friends |
| Developer | MegaWobble |
| Publisher | Playtonic Friends |
| Steam App Id | 1586800 |
7. Kind Words (lo fi chill beats to write to)
A game about writing nice letters to real people. Write and receive encouraging letters in a cozy room. Trade stickers and listen to chill music. We're all in this together. Sometimes all you need are a few kind words.
Kind Words (lo fi chill beats to write to) has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Cozy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,838 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,677 positive reviews and 161 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $4.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Kind Words (lo fi chill beats to write to) on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $4.99 |
| Release Date | 9/12/2019 |
| Developer | Popcannibal |
| Publisher | Popcannibal |
| Steam App Id | 1070710 |
8. PowerWash Simulator
Release the Pressure with PowerWash Simulator! Wash away your worries with the soothing sounds of high-pressure water. Fire up your power washer and blast away every speck of dirt and grime you can find, all with the simple satisfaction of power-washing to a sparkling finish.
PowerWash Simulator has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Cozy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 48,529 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 46,990 positive reviews and 1,539 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $24.99 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 | $24.99 |
| Release Date | 7/14/2022 |
| Franchise | FuturLab |
| Developer | FuturLab |
| Publisher | Square Enix |
| Steam App Id | 1290000 |
9. A Building Full of Cats
A Building Full of Cats is a hidden object game where you need to pet all the cats in the building. Don't leave any cats behind!
A Building Full of Cats has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Cozy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,776 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,742 positive reviews and 34 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $1.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
10. Virtual Cottage
Virtual Cottage gives you a comfy place to rest and be productive without any distractions. Open the game, set yourself a goal and enjoy the atmosphere.
Virtual Cottage has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Cozy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,820 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,608 positive reviews and 212 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is completely free to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Virtual Cottage on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
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| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 9 | 12/1/2023 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9 | 7/17/2023 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 11 | 9/17/2021 | 96 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 6 | 11/9/2022 | 95 | $3.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 18 | 11/16/2023 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7 | 12/14/2022 | 95 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 5 | 9/12/2019 | 95 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1,682 | 7/14/2022 | 95 | $24.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 7/7/2022 | 95 | $1.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 449 | 10/7/2020 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9 | 12/11/2020 | 94 | $16.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 589 | 9/23/2024 | 94 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 7 | 6/10/2023 | 94 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,653 | 4/8/2024 | 94 | $8.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 18 | 2/28/2024 | 94 | $3.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 14 | 10/12/2020 | 94 | $2.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 8 | 5/20/2024 | 94 | $5.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 17 | 12/17/2023 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 23 | 11/16/2023 | 94 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 13 | 10/13/2022 | 94 | $24.99 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 23). Cats Hidden in Paris on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 21). TOEM: A Photo Adventure on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 5). A Castle Full of Cats on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 13). An Arcade Full of Cats on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 18). Lil Gator Game on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 30). Kind Words (lo fi chill beats to write to) on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 25). PowerWash Simulator on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 22). A Building Full of Cats on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 16). Virtual Cottage on Steam. Steam Store.