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Cairn

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.

Jan 30, 2026

3D
Action
Action-Adventure
Adventure
Atmospheric
Cinematic

Steam

Strengths

The realistic and freely navigable climbing concept is refreshingly uncommon among existing games.
The need to plan routes and stamina one step at a time creates intense tension and a strong sense of achievement when reaching the summit.
Beautiful mountain scenery, music, and direction greatly enhance the emotion and immersion of successful climbs.

Weaknesses

Automatic hand-and-foot selection is unintuitive, and failing to produce the desired limb even in the same situation causes control-related frustration.
Terrain that appears visually climbable can differ from the actual collision detection, leading some players to describe the physics and falls as random.
The game is relatively short at around 10 hours, and the climbing mechanics added later in the game are considered limited.

Gameplay78
Sound75
Story73
Content57
Graphics0

This AI-generated analysis is provided for reference only and does not represent the official views of WAME. It may differ from the original reviews or contain inaccurate information. Analyzed Sep 1, 2026

Game Schedule

ReleaseJan 30, 2026PC · GLOBALAdd

Game Description

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.

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