Underplayed Gems

ArsonVille (2016)

ArsonVille cover
Developer
Slavitica
Publisher
SA Industry
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Casual, Indie, Simulation, Strategy
Rating
4.2 of 5, 208 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 4.8 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

A calm and strategic puzzle game where you place objects then watch a fire spread, blending relaxing vibes with a hint of unsettling glee.

casualrelaxingcalmingstrategicslightly disturbingreplayablelow difficultydestructive

What players say

Players like the premise of burning things for a low price, but many say the game has very little content and is short, taking about 10 minutes to complete. There's a specific complaint that the final achievement to burn the entire area is impossible due to insufficient materials.

Screenshots

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