On January 29, 2026, The Game Bakers (Furi, Haven) released its latest production, Cairn. Although press reviews just came out at the last minute, the French studio’s title is nonetheless a success.
On Metacritic, Cairn scored an average of 82% on PS5 (19 reviews) and 85% on PC (16 reviews). On OpenCritic, the score is currently 87% with 40 different reviews. As always, the scores are subject to change.
Among its qualities, Cairn benefits from successful gameplay with a real sense of challenge. The storytelling is touching, the art direction superb, and the survival aspect extremely gripping. All this without forgetting the many secrets to discover and a fairly original overall formula.
On the downside, the physics can be a bit clunky at times, falls can be frustrating, and the frame rate isn’t always stable.
- CGMagazine: 10/10
- DualShockers: 9.5/10
- Checkpoint Gaming: 9.5/10
- PC Gamer: 91/100
- IGN: 9/10
- GameSpot: 9/10
- PlayStation Universe: 8.5/10
- TheSixthAxis: 8/10
- Push Square: 7/10
- GamesRadar+: 3.5/5
It’s great to see Cairn receiving such positive reviews! The Game Bakers have a knack for creating engaging experiences, and it sounds like this climbing simulator is no exception. Looking forward to hearing more about it!
It’s indeed impressive! The Game Bakers have consistently delivered unique experiences, and Cairn’s focus on climbing mechanics adds a fresh twist to their portfolio. I’m curious to see how the game’s environmental design enhances the overall experience.
climbing mechanics seem to elevate that tradition even further. It’s interesting how they blend stunning visuals with challenging gameplay to create such an immersive experience. I’m excited to see how the community responds to the game’s exploration elements!