# Build a Fire — Build a Fire to Survive!

> Simulation game where players master fire-making mechanics for survival. (iPhone/iPad app by cocolo-bit Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/build-a-fire/id501616360 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [cocolo-bit Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/433121202)
- Category: Games, Action, Casual
- Price: Free
- Rating: 2.80/5 from 33 App Store ratings · 35 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 58 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-03-03
- Data updated: 2026-08-15
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/build-a-fire/id501616360/reviews.md

## What is Build a Fire?

Let's build a fire for your life.

Start a Fire – Can You Master the Art of Fire Making?

Ever watched a survival show and thought, "I want to try making fire!"? Now’s your chance!

How to Play:

Slide your fingers downward in a zigzag motion to rub the stick.
When you reach the bottom, lift your finger and start again from the top.
Keep going until smoke rises and the fire ignites!
Be careful! If you slide up without lifting your finger, the stick will turn sideways!

Can you create fire like a true survival expert? Try it now!

## Key features

- Realistic fire ignition mechanics
- Zigzag sliding control
- Survival simulation gameplay
- Master fire-making skills
- Engaging challenge

## Recent user reviews (10 of 35)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/build-a-fire/id501616360/reviews.md

### 5/5 — あのさあ

*2025-11-02*

神ゲー！

### 1/5 — This is so dang hard

*2025-04-30*

I was starting to do it was  hard

### 1/5 — Well........

*2017-01-11*

Ok. So this game could be ALOT better. This game puts the AD in BAD.This game is really boring. And when you rub your hands to make the fire. Nothing happens. Dear,Cocolabit You need to put more effort into your games!!!! If you could give 0 stars,I totally  would! So save your time. And don't buy this game. It is a waste of time. So save your rage and money and don't buy this gane! Nerdygirl337 out!

### 1/5 — 何がコツだ

*2016-06-28*

分かるまで何年掛かるんだよ

### 5/5 — レビュー低い人は

*2015-06-04*

下手なだけ。コツ掴めば１秒台ばっかに出来るよ

### 1/5 — これはw

*2015-03-23*

ストレスしか溜まらんw

### 1/5 — Most stupid pointless game ever

*2014-10-12*

LoL try it and rage

### 1/5 — しね！

*2014-08-11*

棒曲がるし、火付かないし消されてしまえ！死ね死ね死ね、ちょーイライラする！

### 4/5 — 面白い(・-・)

*2014-07-21*

10.333出た‼︎

### 1/5 — は？

*2014-06-10*

なにがしたいの？まじ糞ゲーだろ。この糞アプリ削除してしまえ。棒は曲がるは火はつかないわ。まじゴミだろ。

## Frequently asked questions about Build a Fire

### How do you build a fire in Build a Fire?

To build a fire, you slide your fingers downward in a zigzag motion to rub the stick. When you reach the bottom, lift your finger and start again from the top until smoke rises and the fire ignites.

### What happens if I slide up without lifting my finger in Build a Fire?

If you slide up without lifting your finger in Build a Fire, the stick will turn sideways, indicating a mistake in the fire-making process.

### Is Build a Fire free to play?

Yes, Build a Fire is available for free on the App Store.

### What devices does Build a Fire support?

Build a Fire supports iPhones, iPads, and iPods.

### What is the age rating for Build a Fire?

Build a Fire has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for younger players.

### How often is Build a Fire updated?

The latest version of Build a Fire is 1.0.5, and it was last updated on March 19, 2025.

### Does Build a Fire have ads?

No, Build a Fire does not contain advertisements.

### What is the user sentiment for Build a Fire?

Build a Fire has a rating of 2.9 stars from 34 ratings, suggesting mixed user sentiment.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.0.5 — 2025-03-19

Bug fixes

### 1.0.4 — 2013-09-09

stability improvements

### 1.0.3 — 2012-05-02

Added icon for new app available notification.

### 1.0.2 — 2012-04-16

Fix problem which display the blank banner.

### 1.0.1 — 2012-04-05

Memory usage was reduced.

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