Best Wholesome Games on Steam
Steam currently has 1,124 Wholesome 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. Wholesome game rankings were last updated on 1/12/2026.
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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 Wholesome games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,903 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,823 positive reviews and 80 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. Wobbledogs
A 3D pet simulation where you raise your own personal hive of mutating dogs, physically simulated all the way down to their guts! Wobbledogs is a casual and chill sandbox for players of all ages who want to care for their very own virtual pets in a surprising, unique, and stress-free environment.
Wobbledogs has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Wholesome games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 13,754 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 13,513 positive reviews and 241 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. At the moment, it is possible to play Wobbledogs on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 3/15/2022 |
| Franchise | Secret Mode |
| Developer | Animal Uprising |
| Publisher | Secret Mode |
| Steam App Id | 1424330 |
5. 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 #5 spot for the best Wholesome games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,291 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,260 positive reviews and 31 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).
6. 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 #6 spot for the best Wholesome games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 15,310 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 14,965 positive reviews and 345 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 |
7. 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 #7 spot for the best Wholesome games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7,698 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,573 positive reviews and 125 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).
8. 星空列车与白的旅行
The train you took, piercing the night sky and galloping under the stars, was refreshing-it was really a great value trip. In the solo journey under the refreshing night breeze, I met casual passengers and the loving and loving flight attendants.
星空列车与白的旅行 has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Wholesome games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,025 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,943 positive reviews and 82 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 | 5/14/2021 |
| Developer | しらたまこ |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1567800 |
9. 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 #9 spot for the best Wholesome games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,532 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,459 positive reviews and 73 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $9.99 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 | $9.99 |
| Release Date | 12/14/2022 |
| Franchise | Playtonic Friends |
| Developer | MegaWobble |
| Publisher | Playtonic Friends |
| Steam App Id | 1586800 |
10. 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 #10 spot for the best Wholesome games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,978 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,811 positive reviews and 167 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 |
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 | 5 | 7/16/2023 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 12/1/2023 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 16 | 9/17/2021 | 96 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 56 | 3/15/2022 | 96 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 6 | 11/9/2022 | 95 | $3.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1,179 | 4/8/2024 | 95 | $11.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 16 | 11/16/2023 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 11 | 5/14/2021 | 95 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 19 | 12/14/2022 | 95 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 7 | 9/12/2019 | 95 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 20 | 8/10/2022 | 95 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 7/7/2022 | 95 | $1.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 177 | 10/7/2020 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7 | 5/20/2024 | 95 | $5.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,272 | 7/14/2022 | 95 | $12.49 | Steam Charts | |
 | 15 | 12/11/2020 | 95 | $16.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 4 | 6/10/2023 | 95 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 45 | 10/30/2020 | 94 | $34.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 197 | 8/7/2025 | 94 | $7.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 19 | 12/17/2023 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 20). TOEM: A Photo Adventure on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 12). Wobbledogs on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 6). A Castle Full of Cats on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 20). Spirit City: Lofi Sessions on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 28). An Arcade Full of Cats on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 10). 星空列车与白的旅行 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 30). Lil Gator Game on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 24). Kind Words (lo fi chill beats to write to) on Steam. Steam Store.