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Revisiting Haven, the RPG update that turned a straight love story gay - and made it better as a resultThe Game Bakers' RPG adventure Haven gained new meaning after its 'Couples Update' introduced the option to gender swap its protagonists, allowing for same-sex relationships. This update retroactively queered the game's themes of forbidden love and oppressive societies, making it resonate more deeply with LGBTQIA+ experiences without altering core gameplay or narrative.
Cairn free DLC reveals new Free Roam modeThe Game Bakers announced that their indie climbing game Cairn will receive its first DLC, titled 'On the Trail,' in summer 2026. This DLC will be free and introduce a new 'Free Roam' mode for practice, along with new climbing spots and water soloing mechanics. Cairn is available on PC and PlayStation 5.- Demos and FreebiesCairn is a new survival-climber game from the creators of Furi and Haven, available on Steam for Windows. Players must carefully plan their routes and manage climbing gear to reach an unprecedented summit.
Haven is a Perfectly Sweet Summer Love AffairHaven is a relationship simulation game that focuses on the post-honeymoon stages of a couple, Yu and Kay, who have escaped an authoritarian empire. Gameplay involves open-world exploration, resource gathering, and combat against corrupted creatures, all while managing the couple's relationship dynamics. The game emphasizes themes of love, co-dependency, and finding joy together, with inclusive options for character pairings and a soundtrack by Danger.
Hit Indie Climbing Sim Cairn Gets Unique TShirts Based On Your ClimbThe indie climbing game Cairn is now offering unique T-shirts that commemorate players' individual climbs up the mountain. After reaching the summit, players can generate data from their save file to create a shirt displaying their ascent path, climb time, falls, and deaths. These 100% organic shirts cost approximately $48 and are made by Teemill.
Cairn revolutionizes bragging rights, lets you print a shirt showing your playthrough ascent from an in-game menuThe climbing game Cairn has introduced a new feature allowing players to print a t-shirt showcasing their completed in-game ascent. This feature is available in the 'Extra' section of the game menu after a player has successfully reached the summit of Mount Kami. Cairn, developed by The Game Bakers, was released in February and has sold 500,000 copies, with free DLC planned for summer.
Triple-i Initiative Showcase had some really incredible announcements - a roundupThe Triple-i Initiative Showcase featured numerous announcements for indie games, including new reveals, release dates, and DLC. Several titles like Alabaster Dawn, Alkahest, and Away Team were highlighted, with many set to enter Early Access or launch in the coming months. The showcase also included updates for existing games such as Barotrauma and Brotato.
PS5's Mountain Climbing Game Cairn Wants You Back for Free DLC DropsThe Game Bakers announced that its PlayStation 5 mountaineering game, Cairn, will receive its first free DLC pack titled "On the Trail" this Summer. This new content will introduce additional climbing areas, challenges, and a new "water soloing" mechanic.
Cairn DLC, On The Trail, Launching This Summer | Console CreaturesThe Game Bakers announced that Cairn, their rock climbing simulator, will receive a free DLC titled On The Trail this summer. The DLC will introduce three new climbing areas, water soloing, and a new playable character named Marco. Cairn is currently available on PC and PlayStation 5.- Cairn On The Trail AnnouncedThe Game Bakers announced On the Trail, a series of three DLCs for their climbing survival game Cairn. The first DLC, On the Trail - Deep Water, is coming soon to PC. Further details about the DLC content are expected.
Cairn is getting some free DLC this summerThe survival climbing game Cairn will receive a free DLC titled 'On the Trail - Deep Water' this summer for PlayStation 5 and PC. This expansion introduces three new climbing areas, a water soloing mechanic, and a narrative challenge following a legendary climber. The DLC aims to expand the game's already successful formula, which has sold half a million copies since its January launch.- A Year Of Unmissable Games At The Triple-i Initiative Showcase - Full Recap BelowThe Triple-i Initiative showcase featured announcements for over 40 games, including new reveals, DLC, and release dates. Many of the showcased titles are available as demos or playtests on Steam until April 16. The event highlighted a diverse range of indie games across various genres.
Serene climbing hit Cairn gets back On the Trail with free DLC - and a playable Marco - this summerThe Game Bakers announced that their climbing game Cairn will receive a series of free DLC releases titled 'On the Trail' starting this summer. The first DLC, 'Deep Water,' will introduce three new climbing locations, water soloing mechanics, and add Aava's agent Marco as a playable character.- Cairn free DLC ‘On the Trail’ announcedThe Game Bakers has announced "On the Trail," a new downloadable content expansion for their survival climbing adventure game, Cairn. Further details about the DLC's content and release are expected soon.
Cairn: On the Trail Announced for Summer, Free DLC Adds New Locations and Water SoloingThe Game Bakers announced that their game Cairn will receive free DLC titled 'On the Trail' this summer, introducing new water-themed locations and water soloing mechanics. The DLC will also add three new climbing areas and the playable character Marco. Cairn is currently available on PlayStation 5 and PC, with potential future releases on Nintendo Switch 2 and Xbox Series X/S being considered.- How to watch the Triple-i Initiative showcase on April 9The Triple-i Initiative Showcase will take place on April 9, featuring announcements for 40 indie games, including eight world premieres. The 45-minute stream will be available on YouTube, Twitch, and Steam, showcasing titles like Risk of Rain 2, Windrose, and Castlevania: Belmont's Curse. The event aims to highlight new indie titles without hosts or advertisements.
- How To Watch The Third Triple-i Initiative Showcase On Thursday, April 9Evil Empire will host the third annual Triple-i Initiative Showcase on April 9, featuring 45 minutes of game announcements and world premieres. The event will include updates on titles like Risk of Rain 2 and Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, alongside new reveals from various indie developers. A post-show segment will offer deeper dives and interviews with participating studios.
Cairn Sales Climb to 500k Just Two Months After LaunchThe Game Bakers announced that their indie climbing simulation game, Cairn, has surpassed 500,000 sales just two months after its launch. The game, which focuses on realistic mountain climbing with an intertwining story, is available on PC and PlayStation 5. This sales milestone more than doubles the 200,000 sales reported during its launch weekend.