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Cairn update 1.1.627 patch notes and history

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Update to On the Trail - 1.1.627 Nov 13, 2026
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Update to On the Trail - 1.1.627

  • DLC content now includes Explorer, Alpinist, and Free solo difficulty settings.
  • Energy drains slower and climbers tire less quickly.
  • Explorer difficulty reduces energy constraints further.
  • Certain routes in Lamu gym are now more forgiving.
  • Fixed various bugs, including soft locks.

Full patch notes on Steam

Quick patch to On the Trail DLC and Free Roam mode

  • Fixed issues preventing the completion mark and “hardcore climber” achievement from unlocking.
  • Fixed special loot like troglodyte pitons, edelweiss, and doll part being unlootable in Free Roam mode.
  • Added 10 seconds to the Lamu speed challenge.
  • Reduced the amount of rain in Ruka and Haken.
  • Fixed being expelled while rappelling on rope in Lamu gym.
  • Fixed a rare soft lock occurring after off-belay in Lamu gym.
  • Added a No Go Area around Lamu.
  • Fixed the white screen during the Tenzen to Kami transition.
  • Fixed the return button not appearing in the OTT menu.
  • Fixed the ice axe tutorial appearing in Free Roam.

Full patch notes on Steam

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