Cairn
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Weekend PC Download Deals for July 3: Steam Summer Sale continuesThe Steam Summer Sale and other PC gaming storefronts are offering numerous deals on a wide variety of titles. This includes discounts on major releases, indie games, and bundles across platforms like Steam, Epic Games Store, GOG, and Humble Bundle. Several retailers are participating, with prices and availability varying.
Bryce Clark, game director of Poppy Playtime, has played 23,000 hours of Steam games: 'I'm a bit obsessed with…Bryce Clark, game director for Poppy Playtime, revealed he has accumulated approximately 23,000 hours across his Steam account over 18 years, with Rocket League, Ark: Survival Evolved, and 7 Days to Die being among his most played titles. Clark, who has worked in game development for 20 years, discussed his current gaming habits, including playing multiple games simultaneously to understand market trends and genres, and highlighted The Hunter: Call of the Wild and Subnautica as his comfort games.
Weekend PC Download Deals for June 12: Steam Bullet FestThis weekend's PC gaming deals include a Steam Bullet Fest celebrating bullet hell and shooter games, alongside sales from various publishers and developers like Capcom, Klei, and Ubisoft. Notable titles on sale include Vampire Survivors, Returnal, and Destiny 2, with free games and bundles also available across platforms like Steam, Epic Games Store, and Amazon Luna.- EVERYTHING ANNOUNCED AT THE FUTURE GAMES SHOW SUMMER SHOWCASE AND FGS LIVE FROM LOS ANGELES ON JUNE 6, 2026The Future Games Show Summer Showcase and FGS Live From Los Angeles presented over 40 games, including world premieres and extended gameplay reveals. Highlights included new trailers and announcements for EXODUS, Arizona Sunshine, WARDOGS, ACE COMBAT 8: SKIES UNKNOWN, and Little Nightmares III's 'The Backstage' DLC. Several games received release dates or confirmed upcoming platforms.
PS Store Codes for Free PS5, PS4 Days of Play 2026 DownloadsSony has released free digital avatars for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 players as part of the Days of Play 2026 event. These avatars, inspired by indie titles like Baby Steps, Cairn, and Lumines Arise, are available via specific PlayStation Store codes for different regions. The Days of Play sale and other promotions are ongoing until June 10.
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.
PlayStation Offers Free PSN Avatars with This Download CodeSony is offering free indie-themed PlayStation Network avatars for PS5 and PS4 users as part of the 2026 Days of Play promotion. Players can redeem these avatars for Baby Steps, Cairn, and Lumines Arise by entering specific regional download codes on the PlayStation Store. This promotion is one of several offers available during Days of Play, including sales and PlayStation Plus trials.
Summer Game Fest 2026 date and times - plus State of Play, Nintendo, and moreSummer Game Fest 2026 will kick off with Sony's State of Play on June 2nd, featuring Marvel's Wolverine, followed by the main Summer Game Fest showcase on June 5th. Microsoft's Xbox Games Showcase is scheduled for June 7th, with Nintendo's Direct expected mid-June. The event season also includes various other showcases like the Women-Led Games Showcase, Access-Ability Summer Showcase, and the PC Gaming Show.
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 update lets you create custom shirts while waiting for upcoming DLCCairn has released an update allowing players to create custom shirts featuring their in-game climbing routes and statistics. This feature serves as a distraction while players await the upcoming free DLC, "On The Trail," which will expand the game to new seaside environments in Winter 2026. The custom shirts are an expensive merchandise option for dedicated fans.
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.- The Earth Appreciation Festival Showcase returns April 17, featuring announcements and trailers from over 30 games!The Earth Appreciation Festival, a Steam sale celebrating nature and eco-dystopian themes, returns from April 17th to April 24th. A showcase event on April 17th will feature announcements and trailers from over 30 participating games, hosted by content creator Simon Clark. This year's event also partners with Cool Earth to raise funds for rainforest protection.
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.
Pragmata Is Being Hailed As An Early GOTY ContenderReviews for Capcom's new IP, Pragmata, have been released, with many hailing it as a potential Game of the Year contender for 2026. The game blends third-person action with hacking elements and a heartfelt story, earning a "generally favorable" Metascore of 85. Pragmata is set to launch on April 17 for PC, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, and Xbox Series X|S.
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.- Mountain climbing sim Cairn is getting free DLC this summerThe mountain climbing simulation game Cairn will receive free DLC titled 'On the Trail' starting this summer with the 'Deep Water' expansion. This first DLC adds three new climbing areas, new challenges, and two new playable avatars, Aava and Marco, along with new water-based mechanics. The announcement was made during the Triple-i Initiative showcase for indie games.