Full game metadata
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Steam app type | game |
| Steam App ID | 4217930 |
| Live current players | 0 |
| SteamPulse tracked peak | 3 |
| Live count (today's peak floor) | 0 |
| Price | $14.99 |
| Free to play | No |
| Discount | 0% |
| Original price USD | $14.99 |
| Current price USD | $14.99 |
| Release date | Mar 18, 2026 |
| Developer | HappyDoodz Studios |
| Publisher | HappyDoodz Studios |
| Owners estimated | Not available |
| SteamSpy owner estimate minimum | Not available |
| SteamSpy owner estimate maximum | Not available |
| Review type | 8 user reviews |
| Positive review percent | 75% |
| Positive reviews | 6 |
| Negative reviews | 2 |
| Total reviews | 8 |
| Steam recommendations | Not available |
| Achievements | 23 |
| Average playtime forever | Not available |
| Windows support | Yes |
| macOS support | Yes |
| Linux support | Yes |
| Parent game | Not available |
| Store URL | https://store.steampowered.com/app/4217930/ |
Short description
A stylized action-platformer set in a world consumed by eternal thorns. Explore handcrafted zones, unlock new flame-forged upgrades, and face brutal bosses as the Young Emberhost in a desperate attempt to reach the Heart of the Briar.
About this game
Briar Flame is a hand-crafted action-platformer inspired by Metroidvania structure and Soulslike world design. You play as the Young Emberhost , one of the last beings whose white-hot ember-blood can burn through the Briar — a colossal, world-spanning thorn growth that has suffocated the land for ages. Features: Stylized hand-drawn visuals Soulslike level design with interconnected zones & shortcuts Tight action-platforming with air-dashes and directional mobility Boss-focused progression Atmospheric soundtrack featuring zone themes from professional composers Minimal UI, immersive world-driven storytelling Explore a World Twisted by Thorns Venture through atmospheric zones, each layered with shortcuts, secrets, and environmental storytelling. Descend into dark ruins, climb ancient battlements, and push toward the Heart of the Briar. Fast, Responsive Combat Master tight movement, air mobility, and a unique directional “ember dash” that lets you strike, dodge, and traverse with fluid precision. Every weapon consumes stamina, rewarding timing, spacing, and resource management. Face Brutal Bosses Challenge deadly foes, from corrupted warriors to giant executioners. Learn their patterns, adapt your loadout, and ignite your ember powers to survive. Build Your Flame Discover relics, tools, and upgrades that reshape your playstyle. Enhance your vitality, empower your strikes, or unlock new weapon options as you grow your ember’s form. Can you reach the Heart of the Briar — or be consumed by it?
Supported languages
English