Hearth & Hamlet
START WITH A CAMPFIRE. BUILD A KINGDOM.
A cozy incremental citybuilder set in a magic-filled medieval pixel art world. Assign workers, research new technologies and set your own laws. Grow a single campfire into a thriving kingdom.
- Launched Aug 19, 2026
- Very Positive — 86% of 237 Reviews
- 150K+ Wishlists
- Free Demo on Steam
- 24 Achievements
Review data verified on Aug 20, 2026
Your Hearth and Hamlet Journey
Download & Install
Buy, download and install Hearth and Hamlet on Steam — plus the free demo, system requirements and where to find legitimate keys.
→2How to Get Gold
Gold farming strategies: mines, taxation policies, trade routes, marketplaces and alchemy that maximize your income.
→3Save File Location
Find, back up and restore your save files on Windows and Linux — and protect them before major updates.
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Finished your kingdom? The best cozy citybuilders and incrementals to play next, from Stardew Valley to The Colonists.
→What is Hearth and Hamlet?
Hearth and Hamlet is a cozy incremental citybuilder by Phorust Studios, set in a magic-filled medieval pixel art world. Starting from a single campfire, you assign workers, gather resources and slowly grow a frontier camp into a thriving kingdom.
Whether it's unlocking your first buildings, drafting laws and policies, trading with faraway lands or discovering alchemy and magic academies, every decision compounds into a castle-filled city that grows at your own pace.
Gameplay Spotlight
See Hearth and Hamlet in Action
From the first campfire to a walled harbor kingdom — official Steam screenshots of the cozy pixel-art citybuilder.
Every Guide, Every Answer
Seventeen focused guides built from official announcements, SteamDB data and the Steam community — no guesswork, no filler.
Hearth and Hamlet Download: How to Get the Game Safely
The only official Hearth and Hamlet download is on Steam. Here's how to install it, plus full system requirements.
Hearth and Hamlet Demo Download: Try the Game Free on Steam
The free Hearth and Hamlet demo is on Steam with an 86% positive rating. Here's what it includes and how to get it.
Hearth and Hamlet Free Download: What Your Real Options Are
No free full version of Hearth and Hamlet exists. The free official demo plus legit ways to save money, explained.
Hearth and Hamlet on Steam: Store Data, Features and Community
Reviews, price, bundles, achievements, launch options and community hub — the complete Hearth and Hamlet Steam overview.
Hearth and Hamlet Mobile: Current Status and On-the-Go Options
No Hearth and Hamlet mobile version is announced. Here's why, plus how to play on Steam Deck or stream to your phone.
Is Hearth and Hamlet on Nintendo Switch?
No Switch version has been announced. Here is the platform status, port outlook, and handheld alternatives.
Hearth and Hamlet itch.io: The Game Is Not on itch
Hearth and Hamlet is not on itch.io — it's Steam-exclusive. What we verified and where to follow the developer instead.
Latest News & Timeline
Hearth and Hamlet is OUT NOW
The game launches on Steam at 17:00 UTC+1 with a -10% introductory offer. The team will be active on Discord for launch-week support.
We launch tomorrow!
Final countdown post confirms the exact unlock time and asks players for honest launch-day reviews.
One Week Until Launch — 150K Wishlists
The developer confirms the August 19 date and celebrates passing 150,000 wishlists.
Steam Next Fest — Demo v1.0.46
Gold resource access unlocked, Advisor research added, worker pacing rebalanced, and Traditional Chinese plus Korean localization added.
Free Demo Launches
The demo goes live during Steam Medieval Fest and quickly becomes a festival hit, gathering over 300 reviews at 86% positive.
Hearth and Hamlet FAQ
Is Hearth and Hamlet free?+
There is no free full version. The official free demo on Steam covers the early game, and the full game is a one-time purchase at $7.99 ($7.19 during the launch offer).
Is Hearth and Hamlet on mobile or Nintendo Switch?+
No. The game launched for Windows and Linux only, and no console or mobile versions have been announced. Players report it runs well on Steam Deck, though official Deck verification is still pending.
Is Hearth and Hamlet cracked?+
Hearth and Hamlet is a single-player Steam game, and the developer has published no official DRM information. We don't track or link pirated copies — the game costs less than a coffee and supports a solo developer.
Where are the Hearth and Hamlet save files?+
On Windows: %APPDATA%\Godot\app_userdata\Hearth and Hamlet\*.save. On Linux: ~/.local/share/godot/app_userdata/Hearth and Hamlet/. Steam Cloud sync is enabled.
How long does it take to beat Hearth and Hamlet?+
Community reports range from about 8 hours on lower difficulties to 16 hours on normal, with one player finishing 100% on Challenging in 10.5 hours. Four difficulties are available: Gentle, Steady, Challenging and Intense.
What languages does Hearth and Hamlet support?+
Seven languages with full interface, audio and subtitle support: English, Simplified Chinese, German, Japanese, Russian, Korean and Traditional Chinese. Spanish and Portuguese are not available yet.
Are there any Hearth and Hamlet codes?+
No. Hearth and Hamlet is a buy-to-own Steam game without a code redemption system, so there are no promo codes to redeem. We will track them here if the developers ever add one.
Ready to Master Hearth and Hamlet?
From your first campfire to a castle-filled kingdom with magic academies and trade empires, our community wiki covers every step of your journey.