Mountain climbing sim Cairn is getting free DLC this summer

Source: Engadget

Overview

The mountain‑climbing simulation Cairn is receiving a series of free DLC drops under the banner On the Trail. The first installment, titled Deep Water, is slated for release this summer.

New DLC Details

• Three new climbing areas are added, along with a host of fresh challenges.
• A new playable avatar is introduced; players can now climb as Aava or the game’s original sidekick Marco.

Water‑Based Mechanics

As the name suggests, Deep Water brings water‑related gameplay elements. Players will be able to fall into water without automatically dying, though the exact mechanics have not yet been demonstrated. In the original game, a fall into water was treated like any other fatal fall.

Release Information

• This is the first in a planned series of free DLC releases; details about future updates remain undisclosed.
• The base game retails for $30 (when not on sale), making the free DLC a notable perk for fans.

About Cairn

Cairn is a serious mountain‑climbing simulator that emphasizes balance, stamina, route planning, and gear management. It features a fairly complex control scheme, including a manual mode that requires independent control of each limb. The game is also praised for its visual appeal.

Announcement Context

The DLC announcement was made during the Triple‑i Initiative showcase, which highlights indie games. The same stream also revealed a new Don’t Starve title and an upcoming project from the developers of the narrative adventure 1000xResist.