Cairn Launches January 29, 2026 for PS5 and PC - News
by William D'Angelo , posted on 04 December 2025 / 1,882 Views
Developer The Game Bakers announced the survival climbing adventure game, Cairn, will launch for the PlayStation 5 and PC via January 29, 2026 for $29.99. It will have launch discount of 10 percent.
A Deluxe Edition will also be available for $36.99. It will include a a Kami travel guide by comic book artist Mathieu Bablet and three exclusive keepsakes from Aava’s journey.
View the launch date trailer below:
Read details on the game below:
Reach a summit never climbed before in this survival-climber from the creators of Furi and Haven. Plan your route carefully and climb anywhere, managing pitons and resources to survive unforgiving Mount Kami. Discover what Aava is willing to sacrifice to achieve the ascent of a lifetime.
With approximately 15 hours of playtime, Cairn seeks to capture both the exhilaration of the ascent and the solitude that comes with it, as Aava leaves behind her family, friends, and the world below. Along the climb, players will meet fellow mountaineers and uncover Kami’s hidden past—the footprints of earlier expeditions and the remnants of a long-forgotten troglodyte culture. The narrative is supported by nearly an hour of cinematic cutscenes featuring a cast of ten actors, highlighting Aava’s passion for the mountains.
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 customize 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.
Endless Replayability
In Expedition mode, choose Aava or Marco and attack different mountains your way: select your climbing style (alpine, free solo) and challenges to take on. Compare your performance with other climbers.
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.
A life-long and avid gamer, William D'Angelo was first introduced to VGChartz in 2007. After years of supporting the site, he was brought on in 2010 as a junior analyst, working his way up to lead analyst in 2012 and taking over the hardware estimates in 2017. He has expanded his involvement in the gaming community by producing content on his own YouTube channel and Twitch channel. You can follow the author on Bluesky.
