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Hearth and Hamlet

Start with a campfire. Build a kingdom. Hearth and Hamlet is a medieval citybuilder clicker that blends resource management, in-depth upgrade trees and relaxing idle gameplay. Build your empire by researching new technologies, passing new laws, trading with far-off lands, and more.

★Mostly Positive· 79% of 2.3K Steam reviews

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About Hearth and Hamlet

From Campfire to Kingdom. Citybuilder Clicker.

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.

Developed by Phorust Studios and published by Runic Forge, Gamersky Games, Hearth and Hamlet was originally released on Aug 19, 2026. It holds a Mostly Positive reception on Steam with 79% positive reviews.

Playtime & Pacing

Average playthrough durations based on community play data for Hearth and Hamlet:

Main Story
~9.9 hrs
Core narrative & main objectives
Story + Extras
~11 hrs
Side quests & world secrets
Completionist
~16 hrs
100% achievements & mastery

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hearth and Hamlet multiplayer or co-op?

No, Hearth and Hamlet is a dedicated single-player experience designed for cozy, stress-free solo play.

Can I play Hearth and Hamlet on Steam Deck or Nintendo Switch?

Hearth and Hamlet is not currently available on Nintendo Switch. It is fully playable on Steam Deck with controller support.

How long is Hearth and Hamlet?

A typical playthrough of the main story takes about 9.9 hours. Players aiming for full completion and side content can expect around 16 hours of gameplay.

How much is Hearth and Hamlet and is it on sale?

Hearth and Hamlet is currently on sale for $6.39 USD (20% off its regular price of $7.99 USD) on participating digital storefronts.

Game Details

DeveloperPhorust Studios
PublisherRunic Forge, Gamersky Games
Release DateAug 19, 2026
Platforms
ModeSingle Player
Playtime~9.9 hrs (Main)
Steam Rating★ 79% Positive (Mostly Positive)
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