BonfireSimulator (2025)

Developer: EhanCreative Inc.
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Indie, Simulation
Rating: 4.2 of 5, 19 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 2.0 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A calm and soothing experience of building and tending a campfire in a cozy setting.

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What players say

Players expect a chill bonfire sim but find a frantic survival game where fire maintenance, hunger, fatigue, and random fire-starting mechanics demand constant attention. Reviews split on whether the difficulty is rewarding or unfair, some compare it to a defense game.

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