Alright, let’s dive into this tangled mess of thoughts. So, I think I’ve spent about, oh I don’t know, maybe two hours messing around with Power Wash Simulator. Why? Curiosity, I guess. Anyway, these “job-like” simulators? Not really my scene. They kinda make me self-aware that I’m… well, playing a game. So, when they announced this campfire-building simulator at the last Nintendo showcase, I didn’t roll my eyes thinking “ugh, another one.” Nope, my brain just went “wait, is this a new Oink game?” Yeah, those folks who make quirky board games are venturing into campfires now. Wild, right? And honestly, it’s kind of awesome.
Now Oink Games — they’re famous for neat games like Scout and Deep Sea Adventure. Seriously, they’ve got this art style that just clicks. And this isn’t my first rodeo with them. Their collection on Switch? Let’s Play: Oink Games. Played it tons and the chaos with friends was top-notch. And now with Chillin’ by the Fire, they’ve somehow made fire-building a social thing, and I’m like, “how?”
Starting off, you’re plopped in front of a simple campfire scene. You’ve got logs, one little fire starter, and some basic tools. Grab a log, cut it, place it. Then strike that match! Sounds easy, right? But then — plot twist — there’s strategy. Big logs take a while to catch, tiny ones burn fast, and you gotta arrange them just right. Like a puzzle, but also not really.
Here’s where it gets fun. You can play this solo, but why would you? Bring friends into the chaos. It’s got online, local game share, video support… the whole shebang, even if they don’t own the game. Total throwback to those DS Download Play days. Spent an evening just stacking logs with a buddy, chatting about random stuff like “What advice would you give your younger self?” The game tosses these questions at you, turning it into a bonding thing. Genuine laughs and those “that log totally won’t fit there” moments. Plus, there are achievements that give you points for goofy items like fireworks or… huh, a glow stick. Because why not?
Is it perfect? Nah. Moving logs around could be smoother — motion controls would’ve been a game-changer. And yeah, you can buy chairs and tents, but they’re just for looks. It isn’t exactly bustling with content, but that’s kind of the charm. It’s like… a background vibe? Imagine launching this while you’ve got a show on. Cozy.
So yeah, this isn’t just any fire sim. It’s got heart and maybe a bit of silliness. Oink Games pulled a bold move, sticking to their social roots, and it’s strangely delightful. Never thought I’d be hyped about building virtual campfires, but hey, here we are. Wonder when someone’s gonna speedrun this without setting their virtual world ablaze.
