Hearth and Hamlet — Release Date, Trailer & What We Know
Start with a campfire. Releasing 2026.
Official trailer & screenshots via Steam
About Hearth and Hamlet
From Campfire to Kingdom. Hearth and Hamlet is a cozy incremental citybuilder set in a magic-filled medieval pixel art world. Gather resources, assign workers, construct buildings and slowly, steadily turn a quiet frontier camp into a magnificent, thriving kingdom. From humble beginnings to magical new heights, you’ll grow your settlement one decision at a time and discover more of what the world has to offer along the way. RUN YOUR KINGDOM YOUR WAY Building is only the beginning. As your settlement grows, managing it becomes just as important as expanding it. Set laws and policies to shape how your kingdom operates, including taxation rules to boost income, rules for workers that keep morale high, city guard drafts to protect your population and civic decisions that change the character of your kingdom. Every upgrade feeds into a research tree that permanently unlocks new technologies, from more advanced buildings and new policies, to stronger magic to experiment with. There’s always something worth working toward. EXPLORE MAGIC AND TRADE WITH FARAWAY LANDS Unlock magic as your city advances and discover wild new possibilities, such as alchemical labs and magical academies that add a whole new dimension to how your kingdom operates. Trade with strange new lands to build resources and grow your economy. Recruit soldiers as your realm expands to protect what you’ve built. There’s a world of wonder to discover as your empire grows. FEATURES Incremental idle kingdom builder. A cozy, satisfying gameplay loop that rewards patience and planning.. Medieval pixel art world. Lakes and rivers, magical swamps, faraway lands, and more. All rendered in a charming pixel style. Deep building system. From simple tents to taverns, castles, magical academies, defensive fortifications, and much more. Manage resources, workers and policies. Assign your population to gather resources like food, wood, stone and gold. Set policies and laws that shape how your kingdom grows. Research new technologies. Permanently unlock new buildings, magic and upgrades as your civilization advances. Discover magic, alchemy and more. Trade with faraway lands. Grow your economy beyond what your local terrain provides by establishing trade routes with neighbouring kingdoms. Relax, build and grow. Gameplay is engineered to be relaxing and satisfying. Watch your kingdom grow on your terms, at your pace.
Description via Steam.
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Should You Play Hearth and Hamlet?
From Campfire to Kingdom. Hearth and Hamlet is a cozy incremental citybuilder set in a magic-filled medieval pixel art world. Gather resources, assign workers, construct buildings and slowly, steadily turn a quiet frontier camp into a magnificent, thriving kingdom. From humble beginnings to magical new heights, you’ll grow your settlement one decision at a time and discover more of what the world has to offer along the way. RUN YOUR KINGDOM YOUR WAY Building is only the beginning. As your settlement grows, managing it becomes just as important as expandi…
Hearth and Hamlet is single-player on Steam and runs on Windows. It's on our trending radar ahead of its 2026 release.
Wishlisting notifies you at launch and helps the developer's visibility.
System Requirements & Platforms
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Platforms: Windows
Minimum
OS: Windows 10 (64-bit) · Processor: Intel Core i3 @ 3.2 GHz or AMD equivalent · Memory: 8 GB RAM · Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 650 (2 GB VRAM) / AMD Radeon HD 7770 (2 GB VRAM) · DirectX: Version 11 · Storage: 1 GB available space · Sound Card: DirectX-compatible
Recommended
OS: Windows 10/11 (64-bit) · Processor: Intel Core i5-2400 @ 3.1 GHz or AMD equivalent · Memory: 8 MB RAM · Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 750 Ti (2 GB VRAM) / AMD Radeon R7 260X (2 GB VRAM) · DirectX: Version 11 · Storage: 1 GB available space · Sound Card: DirectX-compatible
Hearth and Hamlet — Frequently Asked Questions
- When does Hearth and Hamlet release?
- Hearth and Hamlet is set to launch on 2026 (Coming Soon on Steam).
- What kind of game is Hearth and Hamlet?
- Hearth and Hamlet is a Strategy game. Start with a campfire.
- Is Hearth and Hamlet multiplayer or co-op?
- No — Hearth and Hamlet is listed as single-player only on Steam.
- Is Hearth and Hamlet on Steam Deck or consoles?
- Hearth and Hamlet runs on Windows via Steam; Steam Deck compatibility has not been confirmed. No console release has been confirmed.
- How much does Hearth and Hamlet cost?
- Pricing has not been announced yet (N/A). Wishlist it on Steam to be notified at launch.
- What are Hearth and Hamlet's system requirements?
- The developer has not published detailed system requirements yet.
- Is Hearth and Hamlet worth wishlisting?
- If you enjoy Strategy games like Tempest Rising, Pixel Darts: From Pub to Glory, Landlord Simulator, yes. It's on our trending radar.
- Who made Hearth and Hamlet?
- Hearth and Hamlet is developed by Phorust Studios and published by Runic Forge, Gamersky Games.
- What games is Hearth and Hamlet similar to?
- Hearth and Hamlet sits alongside Strategy games such as Tempest Rising, Pixel Darts: From Pub to Glory, Landlord Simulator.
- What platforms is Hearth and Hamlet on?
- Hearth and Hamlet is available on Windows.
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