The Bonfire: Forsaken Lands

The Bonfire: Forsaken Lands

By Xigma Games

The Bonfire: Forsaken Lands is an idle survival city-building simulation where players manage resources and workers to defend a snowy settlement against nightly monster attacks. The game is notable for its award-winning indie status and atmospheric progression, which includes crafting, trading with civilizations, and uncovering ancient secrets.

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The App DNA

What makes this app unique?

For Fans of atmospheric, slow-paced survival strategy games who enjoy resource management and base-building mechanics.

What does it look like?

Key features

Survival City Buildingstandard

Players manage a snowy encampment by balancing resource allocation and worker tasks to ensure survival.

Combat and Defensestandard

The gameplay loop requires players to prepare defenses to survive monster attacks during the night.

Progression and Craftingstandard

Users unlock advanced building and crafting options as they progress through the game's narrative.

Exploration and Tradingstandard

The game features mechanics for discovering new civilizations and trading to uncover the secrets of the ancients.

How much does it cost?

freemium

Velocity

Steady developmentShow more...

5 versions in history. Development pace: steady.

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Who built it?

Xigma Games

3 apps tracked · Games

RubekRubekThe Bonfire 2 Uncharted ShoresThe Bonfire 2 Uncharted Shores
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User Sentiment

What do users think recently?

How are ratings & reviews evolving?

Google Play
3.79 · 42k
App Store
4.05 · 423

Not enough recent reviews to extract reliable themes yet.

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Competition

Competitive landscape for The Bonfire: Forsaken Lands

How's the Games market?

The rivals identified

The Analyst's Read

Key takeaways for The Bonfire: Forsaken Lands

Where is it heading?

Bottom line

This award-winning indie title offers a free trial up to in-game Day 6, with the full experience accessible via a one-time in-app purchase.

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Marlvel.ai. “The Bonfire: Forsaken Lands Intelligence Report.” Updated Apr 16, 2026. https://marlvel.ai/apps/the-bonfire-forsaken-lands-1

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