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Cairn’s Precision Climbing Wins Early Praise as PC Launch Sale Boosts Momentum

Early reviews highlight precise limb-by-limb climbing with high-stakes survival systems.

Overview

  • The Game Bakers released Cairn on January 29 for PS5 and PC via Steam, introducing a focused survival-climbing experience.
  • Pocket Tactics reports a limited-time 15% PC discount at Fanatical, positioning the game as a strong Steam Deck pick at launch.
  • Core mechanics center on physics-driven limb placement with optional manual overrides, plus pitons for stabilizing and stamina recovery.
  • Forbes describes the experience as simultaneously relaxing and intensely stressful, with tension built around risk-versus-reward climbs.
  • The Escapist notes roughly 100,000 players started the adventure within about a day of launch, signaling strong early interest.