Cairn
The Game Bakers
Adventure, Indie, Simulator
Release Date: January 29, 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 the unforgiving Mount Kami. Discover what Aava is willing to sacrifice to achieve the ascent of a lifetime.
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Critic Reviews
8 reviews
TheSixthAxis
8/10
80
Climb up the mountain in Cairn, a game that demonstrates a clear love of climbing, letting you soak in gorgeous environments as you tackle the ascent.
PlayStation Universe
8.5/10
85
Looks of course can be deceiving, and in the case of Cairn this is certainly the apt, but does it climb up to the summit of classic indie games, or does it fall off and smack the ground below? Read our full Cairn PS5 Review to find out!
IGN
9/10
90
A mountain climbing game that's both challenging and rewarding.
PC Gamer
91/100
91
Siphons the rage out of navigation puzzlers like Death Stranding and Baby Steps, resulting in prickly but approachable climbing.
GamesRadar
★★★
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70
Cairn is a zen, meditative survival game defined by the intentionality of its movement and the way you interact with its world.
Push Square
7/10
70
Lonely mountain: uphill
GameSpot
9/10
90
Cairn's perilous climb makes for a gorgeous and grueling drama.
Game Informer
9.25/10
93
Cairn is more than a remarkably gripping mountain-climbing game. It's also a deeply affecting narrative of anguish, loss, and the steep cost of obsession.