Rekindled Trails Officially Launches on Steam After Steam Next Fest Success
Following a warm reception during Steam Next Fest, cozy fantasy adventure Rekindled Trails is officially launching today, June 30, 2025, on Steam. Developed by indie studio Kiwick, this heartfelt inventory management adventure ranked in the top 5% of demos at the festival and amassed over 6,000 new wishlists—a strong sign that players are ready to step into its thoughtful, atmospheric world.
Available now at a launch price of €17.99, players can grab the game for just €14.99 as part of the Steam Summer Sale, running until July 10.
🔥 A Soul to Reclaim, A World to Rekindle
In Rekindled Trails, you take on the role of a wandering merchant who owes more than just money—you owe your soul. Traveling through the mysterious, fragmented world of Aurteris, your fate is bound to a sentient flame trapped in a lantern, who both guides and haunts your every step.
The goal? Restore hope to a crumbling world by trading goods, rebuilding communities, and ultimately reclaiming your soul before time runs out.
🛠️ Features That Set Rekindled Trails Apart
🌍 A Handcrafted Fantasy World
Aurteris is rich with biomes and forgotten stories. From frost-bitten peaks to quiet forest ruins, every area tells a piece of the world’s larger mystery.
🎣 Resource Gathering With Purpose
Use tools like your fishing rod, gloves, and pickaxe to gather unique materials. Each item has meaning and utility, whether for crafting, questing, or rebuilding.
📦 Strategic Inventory Puzzle Mechanics
Your backpack is your lifeline. Using a tile-based grid system, players must carefully manage space, stack items efficiently, and plan ahead to optimize profits and progression.
🏚️ Rebuild Communities, Restore Faith
Earn the trust of villagers by completing tasks, trading goods, and rekindling their hope. As communities grow stronger, so too does your connection to the world—and to your fate.
🕯️ A Narrative with Weight
Guided by the mysterious Flame, your journey is laced with themes of redemption and purpose. The question remains: can you earn your second chance?
A Passion Project with Heart
Created by the small but passionate team at Kiwick Studios, Rekindled Trails blends cozy aesthetics with darker emotional undertones. Known for their focus on meaningful storytelling and immersive design, Kiwick invites players into a world where every decision feels personal—and every trade brings you closer to freedom.
“We wanted to build a game that feels both warm and reflective—something that invites exploration, but also makes you think,” says Hampus Pettersson of Kiwick Studios.
Get Rekindled Trails Now on Steam
Rekindled Trails is available starting June 30, 2025, on Steam. Don’t miss the launch discount as part of the Steam Summer Sale.
Whether you’re in it for the puzzles, the story, or the soothing yet emotional experience, Rekindled Trails invites you to rediscover a world—and yourself.