Forest Fire

About

Forest Fire is a single player action game. It was developed by Chute Apps and was released on May 3, 2023. It received very positive reviews from players.

In "Forest Fire," players control a destructive fire, burning trees, buildings, and everything in sight. They must avoid obstacles such as rain clouds and firefighting forces while increasing their combos and ashing more structures. As a Rogue-lite, the game offers different runs with persistent leveling up for progression, even in the face of repeated demise.

Genres & Tags

Action

Play Modes

Single-Player

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92%

Audience ScoreBased on 98 reviews

music6 positive mentions

grinding4 negative mentions

The game is highly addictive and offers a satisfying experience of burning things, making it a great casual game for short bursts.
It works perfectly on the Steam Deck, providing a fun and low-investment gaming experience.
The developers are responsive to feedback and have shown commitment to improving the game with updates and new features.

Progression can be frustratingly steep, with high points required to unlock levels and a grindy feel that may deter players.
Some abilities and power-ups feel useless, and the game can become repetitive over time.
There are technical issues, such as bugs that prevent players from achieving objectives, which can lead to a frustrating experience.

music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
12%
13%
The music in the game is generally praised for being catchy and addictive, enhancing the overall experience with a fun and engaging soundtrack. However, some players note that the music loop is too short, which can detract from the immersion. Overall, the combination of cute pixel art and enjoyable music contributes to a satisfying gameplay atmosphere.
- “Surprisingly addictive with a catchy soundtrack.”
- “Satisfying to see fire spread, decently difficult at the start, catchy music and good collectives.”
- “Cute pixel art, nice music, and gives me some of that 'haha, I'm the bad gal' edge like Rampage or Destroy All Humans.”
- “Points to unlock the next level are way too high, and the music loop is too short.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The gameplay is characterized by a simple yet addictive premise, enhanced by clear and readable pixel art that maintains a clean aesthetic. While the mellow pace allows for a relaxing experience, it remains engaging enough to keep players interested. However, some elements, like the giant cloud shapes, could benefit from more variety.
- “The simple pixel art is clearly readable and doesn't distract from the gameplay.”
- “The pixel art and clear use of bold colors keeps the screen clean and the gameplay mellow enough to chill but fast enough to stay interesting.”
- “Simple premise but fun and addicting gameplay.”
grinding
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and uninspired, with repetitive power-ups and enemies leading to minimal rewards. While the game shows potential and the developer is responsive to feedback, the current grind detracts from the overall enjoyment and progression.
- “The game feels uninspired - power-ups and enemies are completely rote, very grindy with little payoff.”
- “The game has more planned maps and while it is slightly grindy at the moment, the developer is very active and receptive to suggestions.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers highlight a perfect balance of challenge, fun, and humor in the game, suggesting that the comedic elements enhance the overall experience without overshadowing the gameplay.
- “Perfect balance between challenge, fun, and humor.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game features appealing graphics and a beautiful aesthetic, showcasing impressive attention to detail despite some rough edges. Overall, the visuals contribute positively to the gaming experience.
- “The game offers some nice graphics and a beautiful aesthetic, which is pleasant overall, with amazing attention to detail, even though it is a little rough around the edges.”