Back to Hearth

Back to Hearth invites players into a serene yet haunting Ukrainian village, a place once vibrant with life now silenced by the Calamity. In this short, poignant journey, players will engage in a meditative experience of restoring homes, igniting warmth, and uncovering the stories of residents who longed for comfort. As you clean and rekindle the hearths, you will wander through five distinct houses filled with memories, learning more about the lives once lived in this beautiful yet abandoned locale. Prepare to embrace a journey filled with nostalgia, hope, and the power of restoration.

Podoba Interactive
Marevo Collective
September 25, 2025
100 % Positive (60 reviews)

Features

Short Game

Back to Hearth offers approximately 1 hour of immersive gameplay.

Casual Gameplay

The game features a relaxed and casual gameplay style, perfect for meditation.

Exploration

Explore a beautifully stylized Eastern European village and uncover its rich history.

Collectibles

As you interact with items, learn about the villagers' stories and build your collections.

Atmospheric Graphics

Enjoy a graphic stylization reminiscent of games from the 2000s.

Key Features

Single-player
Steam Achievements
Stats
Family Sharing
Steam is learning about this game 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Back to Hearth about?

The game is about rekindling warmth and hope in an abandoned village through restoration.

How long does it take to complete Back to Hearth?

The average playtime for the game is around 1 hour.

Can we talk about the gameplay mechanics of Back to Hearth?

You will engage in various activities like cleaning, repairing, and revealing the stories of the villagers.

Is Back to Hearth a single-player game?

Yes, it's designed as a single-player experience.

What can players expect in terms of atmosphere in Back to Hearth?

Expect a melancholic fall atmosphere filled with nostalgia as you explore the village.

Genres

Tags

Atmospheric Exploration Walking Simulator First-Person Cozy Retro Adventure Short Casual 3D Singleplayer Female Protagonist Point & Click Story Rich

System Requirements

Minimum

Os

Windows 10/11

Memory

8 GB RAM

Storage

1 GB available space

Graphics

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 650

Requires

Processor

Intel Core i3

Recommended

Os

Windows 10/11

Memory

16 GB RAM

Storage

1 GB available space

Graphics

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060

Requires

Processor

Intel Core i5

Supported Languages

Language Interface Subtitles Audio
English
Ukrainian
German
Polish
Portuguese - Brazil
French
Spanish - Spain
Japanese

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