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Watch trailer on Steam ↗Starfire Skies
Layoff Games · Published by Layoff Games · Official site ↗
Last updated 27 Sept 2026
Your fireworks are your cards in this turn-based roguelike deckbuilder. Launch fireworks now or save them for the finale to keep your audience of animals entertained. Open card and talisman packs, discover unique shops and events, and earn your stars so you can put on an unforgettable show!
Indie, Strategy · 2027 · More free games
In Starfire Skies, your goal is to entertain a crowd of critters by strategically deploying fireworks. Discover unique shops and events as you build your deck, aiming for the perfect show that earns you stars.
About this game
A Firework Deckbuilder
A flying magical starbeing came from the stars and demanded to be entertained. You show him some fireworks and now you can make fireworks from a deck of cards. Sounds too good to be true, huh?
Use fireworks to captivate a bunch of animals with your deck of cards in this roguelike deckbuilder (You: cards are fireworks? Dev: YES)! Balance current round demands with your finale demands to make the best show you can and gain the rating you deserve (hopefully 5/5 stars).
Build your deck and chart a course
Open card and talisman packs to improve your deck of cards so that each show is better than the last.
Chart a course through the Star Map to improve your odds of collecting enough rating stars so you can face the final boss, another more serious starbeing than the one you first met...
Features
Powerful Deckbuilding: Collect cards that build stronger synergies as you prepare for each show.
Strategic Card Play: Play cards wisely to impress your audience and deliver unforgettable finales.
Unique Rewards: Earn card rewards and talismans to upgrade those cards from the audiences that make future performances even more spectacular.
50+ Unique Cards: Discover a wide range of fireworks to customize your displays.
12 Distinct Audience Members: Each inspired by an animal from the Chinese Zodiac, adding variety to every performance.
Many Event Types: Encounter shop, anvil, megaphone, and random events that challenge your choices, your strategies, and the money you earn.
Challenging Bosses & Elites: Test your deckbuilding skills against unique bosses and elite critics.
Watch Your Firework Show
Once you've built the perfect deck, sit back and enjoy the stunning fireworks display you've crafted!
System Requirements
Will my PC run this? →Minimum
- OS: Windows 10
- Memory: 2 GB RAM
- Graphics: Dedicated Graphics Card
- DirectX: Version 12
- Storage: 5 GB available space
Recommended
- OS: Windows 11
- Memory: 2 GB RAM
- Graphics: Dedicated Graphics Card
- DirectX: Version 12
- Storage: 5 GB available space
Supported Languages
Latest news
AnnouncementsOfficial
New Cards, New Map... New Everything...
★ Firework Cards:The old firework cards have been reimagined to create cool synergies between each other and to help power up your finales and round fireworks.★ Rating System:The main goal has been reimagined. Your goal, throughout the game, is to gather as many rating stars as you can (5 per show) before the star threshold which happens after every 3 shows. When at the star threshold, spend all your stars and gain gold for each extra star you have above the threshold.★ New Map Experience:The map now contains a sequence of, show, event, show, event, show, then a star threshold. Also each "Year of ____" causes firework shows to only contain packs of the animal type shown. This way it forces the player to play more around what packs are available, not just the best ones for them.★ New Events:Added 4 different event types, randomized shops, anvil upgrade event, megaphone event, and random encounter event. Randomized shops which give huge bonuses and a place to spend all your hard earned coins. Anvil upgrade allows you to attach talismans to cards giving you a huge boost to your fireworks. Megaphone event gives you options to gain more stars to meet the star threshold. Random encounter could be anything, and can give large rewards!★ New Fireworks:Fireworks also have gotten a much needed upgrade. Each card can create A LOT more fireworks than previously due to particle effect upgrades. Check out each firework by playing starfire cards or staging cards.★ GOOD LUCK AND HAVE FUN ★There is a few other things, but you'll have to play to find them teehee. Thanks for reading, good luck on your gameplay... and the game is also harder, so you might need some luck to help...Read full article on Community Announcements (layoffstudios)Patch NotesOfficial
🎆 Starfire Skies Update: Choose Your Path, Upgrade Cards, and More! 🐍✨
Hello Firework Artists! A major update has arrived in Starfire Skies, bringing new strategic depth, fresh challenges, and an exciting new audience member! Here’s what’s new: 🔥 Choose Your Path with Maps! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/44472019/19b8de8b31ca40c5d4e3b090220ed0ca5073d306.png You now have control over your journey! Each show features a map with branching paths, letting you choose your route through different events, upgrades, and challenges. Pick wisely to set yourself up for a spectacular finale! 🃏 Upgrade Your Cards with Talismans! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/44472019/ed3248f52db6a78614386cb3d1b48b710635d6c3.png Introducing Talismans, powerful upgrades that enhance your firework cards in unique ways! Find the right combinations to create dazzling displays and boost your performance. 🎭 New Events & Encounters! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/44472019/a97d20a4c7b89a418711e6fac579ed59ab8ac06f.png Discover new events that bring unexpected twists, rewarding choices, and opportunities to make each show unique. 🐍 A New Audience Member Joins the Show! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/44472019/21eac9ef0036234d1cb105d4e1b43c92ddd2227a.png Say hello to our latest critic—the Snake! This mysterious new spectator has their own preferences and expectations. Can you put on a performance that earns their approval? This update brings more strategy, more choices, and more fireworks to your journey through the skies! 🚀 Jump in now and try out the new features! As always, I’d love to hear your feedback, so let me know what you think in the Community Hub or on Discord. 🎇 Good luck, and may your fireworks light up the night! 🎇 🔹 Follow & Wishlist Starfire Skies to stay updated!Read full article on Community Announcements (layoffstudios)Patch NotesOfficial
🌟 Update 0.2.2: New Characters, UI Overhaul, and Audience Effects! 🌟
Firework enthusiasts, we’ve got an explosive update for you! Starfire Skies has just gotten more dazzling and challenging with new characters, fresh UI changes, and gameplay-enhancing audience effects. Here's what’s new: {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/44472019/30f851a0c14b460019431cc86c51e883a512d2da.png 🐂 New Characters and Variations New Character: The Horse and the YellowStarbeing are ready to join your firework performances! Character Variations: Expanded variations for the Ox, Rat, and Goat to keep the show dynamic. 🎇 UI Enhancements The Audience and Show UI have been revamped for a smoother, more intuitive experience. 👥 Audience Effects for Added Challenge Disruptive Effects: The audience now introduces negative stack color card effects, making each show a strategic puzzle. Yawn Effects: Adds Protect to the audience's Starfire Gauge, making it tougher to fill. Restless Effects: The audience can now increase their demands for finale or round launchers, keeping you on your toes! 🔥 Ready to dive in? Let us know your thoughts, and if you encounter any bugs or have ideas, we’d love to hear from you! 👉 For more updates, feedback, and bug reports, Join the discord Thank you for supporting Starfire Skies and making it even more spectacular! 🌠 {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/44472019/8ae44c3014e6c8ad7bd4a7efc4be71cd06d5496b.pngRead full article on Community Announcements (layoffstudios)AnnouncementsOfficial
New Game UI✨
✨ Added new UI ✨ We're thrilled to unveil a brand-new UI update in the Starfire Skies demo, designed to give you an even smoother and more immersive experience! Here’s what’s waiting for you in this fresh update: 🌌 A Sleeker, More Intuitive Layout Determine what card to play more easily by showing the demand needed for each launcher right above the launcher. Also added the output of each audience more clearly. Added better fonts for a more clear view of the UI text. 🎶 New Event Music Get ready for a richer atmosphere with brand-new music tracks that bring the excitement of the show to life. Each event is now accompanied by a unique soundtrack, immersing you even deeper in the action. ⚡ Faster Loading Times We’ve optimized loading speeds to get you into the game quicker, so you can spend less time waiting and more time launching epic fireworks! 🚀 Smoother Firework Shows & Finales Experience reduced lag while playing cards in the finale and during the firework show. With a more responsive interface, your gameplay flows seamlessly from one brilliant burst to the next. 📜 Player-Driven Improvements A big thank you to everyone who shared their feedback. Your input has helped shape this update, from refined animations to new layout designs! 👀 See It All in Action! Check out the images below to see how the revamped UI enhances gameplay, then dive into the demo to experience it firsthand! OLD UI {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/44472019/d543d8551720cf435944c76aeb6292083891477e.png NEW UI {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/44472019/e6d81046b6405a9db1ab8661fb255a272ad977ef.png Your fireworks audience awaits! 🎇Read full article on Community Announcements (layoffstudios)AnnouncementsOfficial
New Demo Out Now! 🚀
Hey, everyone! I'm thrilled to share some exciting news with you: the latest demo for Starfire Skies is live and ready for you to play! What’s New in the Demo: 🌟 New Gameplay Mechanics: Experience the new round based system where you decide when to launch fireworks and how to appease the audience 🔥 New Content: Explore all the all-new cards, characters, artifacts, and events. Check out this sneak peek of the new demo in action below! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/44472019/d543d8551720cf435944c76aeb6292083891477e.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/44472019/2453cd148e0d4efbd06abda3dd30e1bdb9159c86.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/44472019/d74d21a2974615669064cb390de6252b79f01531.png Download and Share Your Thoughts: Download the demo now and let us know what you think! We’d love to hear your feedback in the community hub or discord. Every bit of input helps us improve the game and bring you the best experience possible. Let’s Chat: Found a bug or have some cool ideas? Feel free to drop by our discord or leave a comment below. We’re all ears and looking forward to hearing from you! Thank you so much for your continued support! Your feedback helps us make Starfire Skies the best it can be. We can’t wait to see what you think! And stay tuned—there’s more exciting content coming soon!Read full article on Community Announcements (layoffstudios)
