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Cairn: Interactive Fiction

Cairn: Interactive Fiction

Classic Adventures, Mapped

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$19.99

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • June 15, 2026
  • August 15, 2026

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Developer

Daniel Ducat
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This app serves as a player for classic text adventures, allowing you to bring your own story files. It features automatic mapping, integrated reference materials, and iCloud syncing across devices for a seamless experience.

✓Automatic live mapping
✓Visual room and connection tracking
✓Support for Z3, Z4, Z5, Z7, and Z8 story files
✓Attach custom PDFs and images
✓User-supplied hint file support
✓Inventory bar
✓Customizable themes
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What's New in Cairn

3.0.0

August 15, 2026

User reviews

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Simply Fantastic

I’ve been looking for a replacement to The Lost Treasures of Infocom ever since Activision abandoned it and never made a 64-bit version. Enter Daniel Ducat. He made an app as good and even better than the original! You just need to do a little work to find the games and invisiclues, but that just adds to the fun. Now I can recycle my old 32-bit iPad.
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thertaylorthertaylor

Brilliant idea and execution.

Just, click buy. This app is polished, and so well done - such a great experience as well if you’re like me; having already mapped out by hand INFOCOM games as a teen way back when.
Henry BreenHenry Breen

Old School Infocom Games

This app is fantastic. Play those old nostalgic Inform games. Every update gets better and better. These are the types of developers that need your support.
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FAQ

Does Cairn include any games?

No, Cairn is a player for classic text adventures and does not include any games. You must provide your own story files, which can be downloaded from various archives or are games you already own.

What devices does Cairn support?

Cairn is available for iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Your progress, saved games, and materials sync across these devices via iCloud.

What types of story files does Cairn support?

Cairn supports the complete classic Infocom Z3, Z4, and Z5 catalog, as well as Z-machine version 7 and version 8 stories. It does not support Beyond Zork or Version 6 graphical stories.

How much does Cairn cost?

Cairn is a paid application priced at $19.99. This single purchase includes access on iPhone, iPad, and Mac.

Does Cairn have ads?

No, Cairn is ad-free. As a paid application, it does not contain any advertisements.

How does the automatic mapping feature work in Cairn?

Cairn automatically builds a visual map of the game world as you explore. It tracks every room, connection, and pathway, helping you focus on the game's puzzles and story without needing to manually create maps.

Can I attach my own reference materials to stories in Cairn?

Yes, you can attach your own PDFs and images to each story, such as manuals, maps, or feelies. These materials can be viewed alongside the game within the app.

How often is Cairn updated?

Cairn was last updated on August 15, 2026, with version 3.0.0. The release date for this version was June 15, 2026, indicating active development and regular updates.