Winter Burrow

Master the frozen wilderness in just 3 minutes

Complete Guide, Warmth Calculator & Survival Tips

Gather resources, craft lifesaving tools, and out-cozy the cold—all while solving Auntie's disappearance. We provide comprehensive guides, warmth mechanics analysis, and crafting recipes to help you survive the frozen wilderness.

Winter Burrow key art - mouse with axe in snowy burrow

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Winter Survival Calculator

Calculate exact survival time based on temperature and clothing combinations. Select your gear and see real-time estimates for different weather zones.

Total Warmth Points
0
0 items equipped
Survival Time at -10°C
0 min
❌ Too dangerous
Equipment Slots Used
0/5
5 slots available
Burrow Area
Flax Fields
Pine Forest
Granite Outcrops
Mountain Pass
All Items (0+)0+ warmthBest Only (20+)

Select Your Clothing

Warmth Duration Matrix

Complete heatmap showing survival time (in minutes) for each clothing item at different temperatures. Warmer colors = longer survival time.

ItemWarmth-15°C-10°C-5°C0°C5°C
Wool Sweater121816141210
Hedgehog Shawl182422201816
Thick Sweater152119171513
Fur Coat202624222018
Warm Hat814121086
Gloves61210865
Scarf10161412108
Winter Boots142018161412
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💡 Pro Tips

  • • Always bring 25% more warmth gear than calculated
  • • Stack multiple items for extreme cold zones
  • • Check weather before long expeditions
  • • Night doubles the cold effect

⚠️ Safety Reminders

  • • Under 10 min = Emergency trips only
  • • Bring warm food for emergencies
  • • Set up campfire checkpoints
  • • Return before warmth drops below 30%

Crafting Recipe Finder

Find what you can craft with your current materials. Select available resources and instantly see all craftable items.

Total Recipes
10
Materials Selected
0
Craftable Recipes
10

All Available Recipes(10)

Stone Axe

Handcraft
Required Materials:
Stone×2
Stick×3
Fiber×2

Flint Axe

Workbench
Required Materials:
Flint×3
Stick×2
Fiber×3

Sandstone Pickaxe

Handcraft
Required Materials:
Sandstone×4
Stick×2
Fiber×2

Granite Pickaxe

Furnace
Required Materials:
Granite×5
Stick×3
Iron Ore×2

Warm Pie

Oven
Required Materials:
Flour×2
Berries×3
Butter×1

Berry Soup

Pot
Required Materials:
Berries×5
Water×1

Wool Sweater

Loom
Required Materials:
Wool×4
Fiber×3

Wooden Chair

Workbench
Required Materials:
Wood×6
Nails×4

Campfire

Handcraft
Required Materials:
Wood×8
Stone×4

Torch

Handcraft
Required Materials:
Stick×1
Cloth×1
Oil×1

💡 How to Use

  • • Select materials you currently have in inventory
  • • Green highlighted recipes can be crafted right now
  • • Filter by crafting station to see what's possible
  • • Use search to quickly find specific items

⚠️ Crafting Tips

  • • Upgrade to Advanced Workbench for better items
  • • Stockpile common materials like Pine Wood and Flax
  • • Craft in batches to save time
  • • Some recipes require rare materials from specific zones

🎬 Featured Videos

Winter Burrow – Announcement Trailer – Nintendo Switch

Official announcement trailer from Nintendo

Is Winter Burrow Worth Playing? - In-Depth Review

Comprehensive 20-minute review of Winter Burrow gameplay, mechanics, and value

WINTER BURROW Gameplay Walkthrough FULL GAME (No Commentary)

4K complete playthrough without commentary showing all gameplay elements

Winter Burrow Core Features

Why This Cozy Survival Game Is Worth Playing

Warmth Management

Complex temperature system where clothing choices directly impact survival time. Master the warmth calculator to optimize your gear for different weather conditions.

Crafting & Resources

Gather materials like granite, pinewood, and flax to craft essential survival tools. Strategic resource management is key to thriving in the frozen wilderness.

Heartwarming Story

Uncover the mystery of Auntie's disappearance while building your cozy burrow. Charming characters and emotional narrative await your discovery.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Winter Burrow?

Winter Burrow is a cozy survival game where you play as a mouse gathering resources and crafting tools to survive the frozen wilderness. You must manage warmth, hunger, and stamina while uncovering the mystery of Auntie's disappearance. The game combines survival mechanics with heartwarming storytelling.

How do I start playing Winter Burrow?

We recommend reading our 3-minute beginner's guide first to understand the basic survival mechanics and warmth system. The game is available on Steam, Nintendo Switch, and other platforms. Start by gathering basic resources like twigs and pine wood, then craft essential warmth items before the first night.

How many endings does Winter Burrow have?

Winter Burrow features multiple endings depending on your survival choices, resource management decisions, and how you progress through Auntie's mystery. Different paths affect your relationships with other characters and the fate of your burrow community.

What should I do if I encounter a soft-lock?

Soft-locks usually occur from running out of essential resources or getting trapped without warmth items. Check our Reddit discussion section for detailed soft-lock solutions. Common issues like resource depletion or crafting station access failures all have community-provided workarounds and prevention tips.

Ready to Master the Frozen Wilderness?

Start your Winter Burrow journey now with our complete survival guides, warmth calculator, crafting recipes, and interactive map to conquer the cold and solve Auntie's mystery.

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