Cairn

Released Jan 2026

Reach a summit never climbed before in this survival-climber from the creators of Furi and Haven. Climb anywhere and plan your route carefully, managing pitons and resources to survive unforgiving Mount Kami. Discover what Aava is willing to sacrifice to achieve the ascent of a lifetime.

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Evaluation

Cairn launched on January 29, 2026, developed by The Game Bakers (creators of Furi and Haven) after five years of development. The launch followed a delay from November 2025, which the developer used to focus on polish and optimization. Since launch, the team has actively supported the game with patches and quality-of-life improvements, including a notable update on March 24, 2026 that added accessibility features, photo mode options, and gameplay refinements. The most significant upcoming content is the free DLC "On the Trail: Deep Water." It was first revealed on April 9, 2026, then given a confirmed release date of August 13, 2026 on June 6, 2026. However, on July 21, 2026, the developer announced the DLC would not make that date — additional features are being added to better suit the smaller-scale mountains in the DLC, and they need more time. The developer confirmed the DLC is still coming and that a new release date will be shared soon. The DLC is already listed on the Steam store as an unreleased item, and it includes three new climbing locations, Marco as a playable character with a distinct climbing style, water soloing, and a Free Roam mode. The developer has also described "On the Trail" as a series, indicating Deep Water is only the first of multiple planned DLC releases in this line.

Evidence

Developer announced that the free DLC 'On the Trail: Deep Water' will not launch on August 13, 2026 as previously scheduled. Additional features are being added to the DLC. The developer confirmed it is still coming and will share a new release date soon.

news post · Jul 21, 2026 source content planned

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Developer confirmed 'On the Trail: Deep Water' would launch August 13, 2026 for free, adding three new climbing locations, Marco as a playable character, and new handcrafted cruxes.

news post · Jun 6, 2026 source content planned

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Content

3 of 4 released · 1 planned

Planned

Cairn - On the Trail: Deep Water

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Released

Cairn - Deluxe Upgrade Pack

Jan 2026

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Developer

The Game Bakers

Publisher

The Game Bakers

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Platform

Windows

Controller

full support

Steam Deck

Verified

Players

Single-player

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About this game

REALISTIC CLIMBING SIMULATION

Cairn’s realistic simulation allows intuitive climbing: find the best holds and place your hands and feet seamlessly with simple controls. Adapt your posture, effort and balance —if you're not careful, you will fall!

THE ASCENT OF A LIFETIME

As pro climber Aava, you embark on the ascent of Mount Kami, a summit that has never been reached. Along the journey, meet unexpected companions and hear from those left on the ground. Discover the mountain's history and decide what Aava is willing to sacrifice to achieve her dream.

OPEN YOUR OWN ROUTE

You are free to climb anywhere. Explore the mountain, read the rock face from the ground and plan your route carefully to reach the top. Solve problems while on the wall to navigate difficult sections. You can climb on anything, so choose your path wisely!

CLIMBING IS A FIGHT

Climbing is challenging: each wall feels like a boss fight. A thrilling challenge for those eager to test themselves, but you can also adjust the difficulty to customise your experience.

SURVIVE THE DEADLY MOUNTAIN

Manage your resources to survive during the long ascent: pitons, chalk, finger tape... but also food, water and medicine. Set up bivouacs and explore the mountain to find resources to reach the summit.

AWARD-WINNING INDIE TEAM

An unforgettable experience from the makers of Furi and Haven, with music and sound design by the team behind Limbo, Inside, Control and Cocoon, and art and story by renowned comic-book artist Mathieu Bablet.