Steam specs (min / recommended)
Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 (64-bit) Processeur : Intel Core i3 @ 3.2 GHz or AMD equivalent Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : NVIDIA GeForce GTX 650 (2 GB VRAM) / AMD Radeon HD 7770 (2 GB VRAM) DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 1 GB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : DirectX-compatible
Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 11 (64-bit) Processeur : Intel Core i5-2400 @ 3.1 GHz or AMD equivalent Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : NVIDIA GeForce GTX 750 Ti (2 GB VRAM) / AMD Radeon R7 260X (2 GB VRAM) DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 1 GB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : DirectX-compatible
Hearth and Hamlet
⚔️ Compare View on Steam ↗Settling into the routine takes hold quickly, with 230 players logging between two and ten hours to build their homesteads. Overall reception sits at 83 percent positive across 477 total reviews, though post-launch sentiment lands slightly lower at 80 percent positive out of 400 sampled ratings.
What it's about: 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.
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In players' words
Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.
What players say, by aspect
Detailed data (table)
| Aspect | Mentions | Positive | Mixed | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gameplay | 157 | 119 | 13 | 25 |
| Graphics / art | 39 | 38 | 1 | 0 |
| Content / longevity | 30 | 17 | 3 | 10 |
| Value for money | 27 | 27 | 0 | 0 |
| Audio / music | 18 | 17 | 1 | 0 |
| Story / writing | 10 | 8 | 1 | 1 |
| Stability / bugs | 6 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Performance | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| Interface / UX | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 8.6 h on median; those who dislike it: 4.9 h.
💶 Price history
Steam price tracked automatically since Aug 21, 2026 · All-time low: €7.33 (Aug 21, 2026)
100% completion difficulty ("platinum")
of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 24 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 23,2 % of players.
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Strengths
- Core mechanics drive engagement, yielding 119 positive mentions out of 157 regarding gameplay.
- Visual presentation delights users, backed by 38 positive mentions out of 39 for graphics.
- Sound design creates a soothing atmosphere with 17 positive mentions out of 18 for audio.
- The asking price satisfies buyers entirely, reflected in 27 positive mentions out of 27 for price.
Weaknesses
- Content depth runs thin for some, generating 10 negative mentions out of 30.
- Interface design frustrates navigation, resulting in 3 negative mentions out of 4 for UI.
Who is it for?
Casual strategists and fans of laid-back simulation games seeking a cozy idle experience will find plenty to unwind with.
Is Hearth and Hamlet worth it in 2026?
Overall yes, the community is won over: 83% of 477 Steam reviews are positive (player score 77/100). Most-praised strength: Core mechanics drive engagement, yielding. Current price: 8,15€.
Verdict
Hearth and Hamlet succeeds as a relaxing management diversion despite minor content limitations. With 89 positive mentions out of 126 in the ten to twenty-five hour playtime bracket, it proves to be a charming time investment.
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