Firewatch Timeline ( Real )

development
2013

Development Begins on Firewatch

Campo Santo starts development on Firewatch, an adventure game set in the Wyoming wilderness.

announcement
March 7, 2014

Firewatch Announced at PAX East

Firewatch is unveiled to the public at PAX East, gaining attention for its narrative-driven gameplay and art style.

release
February 9, 2016

Firewatch Released

Firewatch launches for Microsoft Windows, OS X, and Linux, introducing players to the story of a fire lookout named Henry.

release
December 13, 2016

Firewatch Released on PlayStation 4

Firewatch becomes available on PlayStation 4, expanding its audience to console players.

business
April 2018

Campo Santo Acquired by Valve

Valve Corporation acquires Campo Santo, the developer of Firewatch.

Firewatch Timeline ( Fictional )

employment
Summer 1989

Henry Takes Firewatch Job

Henry begins his summer job as a fire lookout in the Shoshone National Forest, starting his assignment at lookout Tower 5.

relationship
Early Summer 1989

First Contact Between Henry and Delilah

Henry and Delilah establish their first radio communication, beginning their unique working relationship and friendship.

exploration
Mid Summer 1989

Discovery of the Mysterious Cabin

Henry spots a hidden cabin in the forest that is not on any official map, sparking a mystery in the park.

conflict
Mid to Late Summer 1989

Encounter with Strangers in the Forest

Henry observes suspicious figures moving through the forest, leading to paranoia and suspicion about potential intruders.

mystery
Late Summer 1989

Revelation of Ned Goodwin's Fate

Henry uncovers clues regarding Ned Goodwin, a previous lookout who disappeared under mysterious circumstances years before.

event
Late Summer 1989

Emergency Evacuation and Fire Incident

A forest fire breaks out, forcing Henry to take emergency measures to protect himself and assist with the situation.

employment
End of Summer 1989

Ending of Summer Firewatch Season

Henry's summer assignment concludes, ending his time as a fire lookout in the Shoshone National Forest.