Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about Hearth and Hamlet.
What is Hearth and Hamlet?
Hearth and Hamlet is a cozy incremental city builder by Phorust Studios. You grow a single campfire into a kingdom by gathering resources, assigning workers, constructing buildings, researching technologies, and passing laws. It released on Steam on August 19, 2026.
When does Hearth and Hamlet come out?
Hearth and Hamlet released on August 19, 2026 at 17:00 UTC (16:00 UTC). It is a full 1.0 release, not Early Access.
Is Hearth and Hamlet on Steam?
Yes. Hearth and Hamlet is available on Steam for Windows and Linux, with a native Linux build confirmed.
Is there a Hearth and Hamlet demo?
A free demo launched on April 20, 2026 for Steam Medieval Fest, but its separate listing currently redirects to Steam's home page. The full game is available on the official Steam store.
How much does Hearth and Hamlet cost?
The full game is paid. Steam shows the current regional price and any active discount on the official store page.