Cairn
- First release
- Jan 29, 2026
- Publisher
- The Game Bakers
- Engine
- Unity 6
- Platforms
- PC (Microsoft Windows), Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5
Attributes
Details
Storyline, release dates, time to beat, age ratings, modes, links, keywords
- Storyline
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 the her dream.Read more
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 the her dream.
- Release dates
- PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Jan 29, 2026
- PlayStation 5
- Jan 29, 2026
- Nintendo Switch 2
- 2027 · Date to be confirmed
- Time to beatIGDB · recorded
- Main Story
- 11h
- Main + Extras
- 15h
- Completionist
- 21h
- Game modes
- Single player
- Perspective
- Third person
- Where to buy
- External links
- YouTube (opens in a new tab)Reddit (opens in a new tab)Wikipedia (opens in a new tab)Official site (opens in a new tab)Steam (opens in a new tab)Bluesky (opens in a new tab)Wiki (opens in a new tab)Instagram (opens in a new tab)X (opens in a new tab)Facebook (opens in a new tab)Discord (opens in a new tab)Twitch (opens in a new tab)
- Keywords
- climbing, steam cloud, survival mode
… All 3
, survival mode
At a Glance
- Critic Score
- 87
- Main Story (IGDB)
- 11h
- Main + Extras (IGDB)
- 15h
- Completionist (IGDB)
- 21h
Overview
Steam review summary
Steam users rate this Very Positive, 18,772 reviews in all languages, recorded 16 October 2026
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How it plays
From Steam
- Stylized
- Exploration
- Indie
- Difficult
- Adventure
- Singleplayer
- Atmospheric
- Survival
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Accessibility features
Developer lists on Steam:
Steam · recorded 16 Oct 2026Gameplay
- Adjustable difficulty, listed by the developer on Steam, recorded 16 October 2026
- Save anytime, listed by the developer on Steam, recorded 16 October 2026
- Playable without timed input, listed by the developer on Steam, recorded 16 October 2026
Audio
- Stereo sound, listed by the developer on Steam, recorded 16 October 2026
- Surround sound, listed by the developer on Steam, recorded 16 October 2026
Visual
- Subtitle options, listed by the developer on Steam, recorded 16 October 2026
These are the developer's own listings for the Steam version. A feature not listed may still be in the game, and other platforms can differ.
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Languages
- Englishinterface, audio, subtitles
- Deutschinterface, subtitles
Language data: IGDB · recorded 1 Nov 2026
Features
Input and devices
- Full controller support
- PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 controller support
Steam features
- Steam Achievements
- Steam Cloud saves
- Steam Family Sharing
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Steam Deck
Valve rates this game Verified · recorded 16 Oct 2026
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Media
Screenshots
Videos
Community
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Behind the game
Credits
Director
- Emeric Thoa
Credits from Wikidata (opens in a new tab) (CC0) · checked
Correct or remove a credit (email privacy@critscore.app)Awards
Nominated
- Golden Joystick Awards − Best Game Trailer — Golden Joystick Awards 2026
- Golden Joystick Awards − Best Indie Game (Self-Published) — Golden Joystick Awards 2026
- Gamescom Award − Best Audio — Gamescom 2025
- Gamescom Award − Games for Impact — Gamescom 2025
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