# Hearthside: A Teeny Tiny Game — Cozy Merge City Builder

> Cozy medieval merge city-builder with strategic tile placement and resource management. (iPhone/iPad app by Short Circuit Studio.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hearthside-a-teeny-tiny-game/id6759380444 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Short Circuit Studio](https://appshunter.io/developer/1681849083)
- Category: Games, Casual, Board
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.80/5 from 17 App Store ratings · 16 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 432 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Japanese, Korean, Brazilian Portuguese, Russian, Chinese (Simplified, China), European Spanish and 2 more
- Released: 2026-04-21
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hearthside-a-teeny-tiny-game/id6759380444/reviews.md

## What is Hearthside?

Hearthside: A Teeny Tiny Game

Build something warm. Build something lasting.

From the creators of Teeny Tiny Town comes a refined merge city-builder where thoughtful placement and clever combinations transform humble beginnings into a thriving settlement.

Place tiles carefully on a limited board and merge three or more matching pieces to evolve them into homes, landmarks, and a lively community gathered around the hearth.

Every move matters.
Every merge builds momentum.

Collect resources.
Unlock new possibilities.
Adapt as your board expands.

Will you play it safe — or spark bold chain reactions for exponential growth?

Key Features
• Relaxing yet deeply strategic merge gameplay
• Cozy medieval visuals and ambient sound
• Endless mode and strategic board sizes
• Leaderboards and achievements

## Key features

- Strategic tile placement
- Merge gameplay
- Resource collection
- Unlock new possibilities
- Cozy medieval visuals
- Endless mode

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Game Unlock | $3.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 16)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hearthside-a-teeny-tiny-game/id6759380444/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Fun game .. but there is a glitch

*2026-08-11*

I am really enjoying this game, however 2 issues that I have come across.  First is a bug with the merge card reward.  At some point in the game, when you win the card, it either does not add to you pile or in some cases reduces the number of merge cards you already have.  Secondly why after finally getting a reward do you sometimes give us the most basic card in the deck..  just frustrating.

### 1/5 — Yet another merge game

*2026-07-08*

Yep. You merge stuff. Can anyone recommend some fun games instead of games that feel more like being at work... not all app store users are looking for these style games, but it's all we seem to get these days.

**Developer response:** We're sorry the genre isn't for you, and we completely understand that these kinds of games aren't everyone's cup of tea. We hope you find something that's a better fit for what you're looking for soon.

### 3/5 — The tilt!

*2026-06-10*

I’m sorry, but I just can’t get past the odd way the board is tilted. The “Rotate” buttons just tilt the board another way.

Square up the board, and I’ll give it another try.

But for now the game is a pass for me.

**Developer response:** Thank you for the feedback! 😊 We understand that the board perspective won't be to everyone's taste, and we're sorry it prevented you from fully enjoying the game. We appreciate you taking the time to explain what didn't work for you, and we'll keep comments like yours in mind as we consider future improvements and accessibility options.

If you have any other suggestions, feel free to reach out to support@shortcircuitstudio.com or join our Discord community.

### 3/5 — Не интересно

*2026-06-03*

Игра - копия triple town(предыдущая от данного разработчика). Только тут немного лучше графика. Если играли в прошлую игру - проходите мимо. Еще и аккумулятор быстрее разряжается ((

**Developer response:** Спасибо за отзыв. 😊 Вы правы, игра вдохновлена нашей предыдущей игрой Teeny Tiny Town, но нашей целью было развить эти идеи и создать более глубокий и проработанный игровой процесс с новыми механиками и системами. Жаль, что игра вам не подошла, но мы благодарны, что вы дали ей шанс!

### 4/5 — Aesthetic is beautiful

*2026-05-27*

I love these types of games. This game really reminds me of Tripletown. It’s an easy game to play,  easy to come back and continue with gameplay. Adding the “quest” to the endless game to expand the board is a novel idea.

**Developer response:** Thank you so much! 😊 We're delighted you're enjoying the game and its aesthetic. The comparison to Tripletown is a huge compliment, and we're glad the quest system and board expansion mechanics stood out to you.

If you ever have ideas or feedback, feel free to reach us at support@shortcircuitstudio.com or join our Discord community. Thanks for playing!

### 3/5 — Not much different from their other game

*2026-05-21*

Game is still a little buggy if you are playing the free version, the turn limit makes it feel like a cash grab if you ever want to be able to compete on the leaderboards, it also causes the game to bug out if you gain 30 extra cards with no cards left.  I'd wait for the game to mature or stick to their older games.

**Developer response:** Thanks for the feedback. We’re sorry to hear you ran into bugs, especially with gaining extra cards after running out. We'd love to investigate that further.

The free version is intended as a way to try the game before deciding whether to purchase, but we understand it won’t be the right fit for everyone. If you can share more details about the issues you encountered, please reach out to support@shortcircuitstudio.com or join our Discord community.

### 1/5 — Такое себе

*2026-05-19*

Ничего нового и интересного. Самое что задело, в бесконечном режиме, кончились карты, на что было предложено купить игру, что бы продолжить

**Developer response:** Жаль, что игра вам не подошла, но спасибо, что попробовали её. Все внутриигровые покупки полностью необязательны и помогают поддерживать дальнейшую разработку игры. Спасибо за отзыв, и надеемся, что вы найдёте игру, которая больше соответствует вашим вкусам.

### 3/5 — Nice, but buggy

*2026-05-17*

Ich mag das Spiel, aber es hat Bugs. Manchmal speichert er nicht die Sonder-Karten aus der Schatzkiste. Außerdem sagt das Spiel, ich hätte keine Karten mehr, obwohl ich es gekauft habe. Es braucht auch noch mehr Level, es kommt leider nichts mehr  nach dem großen Schloss. Aber die Idee ist gut.

**Developer response:** Danke für das Feedback! 😊 Es tut uns leid, dass du auf Bugs mit den Schatzkarten und dem Kartensystem gestoßen bist. Wir würden das gern genauer untersuchen. Schreib uns bitte an support@shortcircuitstudio.com oder komm auf unseren Discord. Danke auch für das Feedback zum Spielfortschritt!

### 4/5 — Cute, but lacks variety

*2026-05-16*

The aesthetic is nice, and figuring out how to place each tile optimally without blocking yourself in made for an interesting challenge. But it starts to feel tedious to climb the higher tiers, and there doesn't seem to be any objective beyond beating your previous high score. Right now it's basically 2048, but each tier increases by a factor of 3 instead of 2, and the RNG element is worse. Could use a small storyline, daily challenges, cosmetics...something to increase the replay value. I get the sense that it's meant to be a simple, lightweight game, but right now it's so barebones that I honestly don't see a reason to even buy it. 

Also, the quest icons really need to have the tier number on them. Some of the buildings look similar or don't resemble the icon art enough to be recognizable.

**Developer response:** Thanks for the thoughtful feedback — we really appreciate you taking the time to write this. 😊

We’re glad you enjoyed the aesthetic and the strategic placement aspect of the gameplay. Your points about long-term replayability, progression variety, and clearer quest/tier readability are all genuinely helpful feedback for us to hear. The comparison to 2048 with a stronger strategy layer is also fair, though we definitely aimed to build something with its own pacing and identity.

If you have more ideas or suggestions, feel free to reach us at support@shortcircuitstudio.com or join our Discord community.

### 4/5 — Very unique game

*2026-05-11*

I am really enjoying the game. I find it relaxing after I get off work and it almost puts me to sleep  as I’m playing it late at night as I wind down my day🩷 ) my only suggestion would be if you can possibly at some point in expand the game by adding cute little animals on the land. I think it would engage more players and it would give the game even more things to merge, which would then add more life to this cozy, simple yet engaging game. Thanks

**Developer response:** Thank you so much for the lovely review! 😊🩷

We’re really happy to hear the game has become part of your evening wind-down routine — that cozy, relaxing feeling is exactly what we hoped for. And cute animals roaming around the land is honestly a really charming idea! We appreciate the suggestion and can definitely see how it could add even more life and personality to the world.

If you ever have more ideas or feedback, feel free to reach us at support@shortcircuitstudio.com or join our Discord community.

## Frequently asked questions about Hearthside

### What is Hearthside's gameplay like?

Hearthside features relaxing yet deeply strategic merge gameplay. Players place tiles carefully and merge three or more matching pieces to evolve them into homes, landmarks, and a lively community.

### Does Hearthside have offline play?

The provided data does not specify if Hearthside supports offline play. It is a single-player city-builder focused on merge mechanics.

### What are the visuals and sound like in Hearthside?

Hearthside offers cozy medieval visuals and ambient sound, contributing to a relaxing gaming experience.

### What game modes are available in Hearthside?

Hearthside includes an endless mode and offers strategic board sizes for varied gameplay experiences.

### How is Hearthside rated?

Hearthside is rated 4.0 stars from 10 ratings, indicating a generally positive reception from its early players.

### What devices can I play Hearthside on?

Hearthside is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod, suggesting it is optimized for iOS devices.

### Is Hearthside suitable for younger players?

Hearthside has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for young children and families.

### How often is Hearthside updated?

Hearthside was last updated on May 22, 2026, with version 1.0.7. This indicates a relatively recent update shortly after its release.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.0.7 — 2026-05-22

We’ve improved quest readability and fixed various bugs to make the experience smoother. Thank you for playing!

### 1.0.6 — 2026-05-18

We’ve improved quest readability and fixed various bugs to make the experience smoother. Thank you for playing!

### 1.0.5 — 2026-04-24

This update fixes issues with restarting and continuing your game, making the experience smoother and more reliable. It also includes minor performance improvements to rendering for better overall performance.

### 1.0.4 — 2026-04-23

This update focuses on resolving bugs and issues with gameplay! Thank you for playing!

### 1.0.3 — 2026-04-22

This update focuses on resolving bugs and rendering errors. Thank you for playing!

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- [Teeny Tiny Trains](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/teeny-tiny-trains/id6476918116)
- [Tiny Discs](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tiny-discs/id6511192837)

All apps by Short Circuit Studio: https://appshunter.io/developer/1681849083

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