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SummitJourney Out Now at $4.49: Hike 150 Real Peaks With a Little Cat

SummitJourney is out now at $4.49 - a relaxing hiking sim with a cat, inspired by 150 real-world peaks, that doubles as a desktop idle game.

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SummitJourney released on Steam on October 18, 2026 at $4.49, developed by FDGameStudio.

VERIFIED Source: Steam store page (appid 4206250), checked 2026-10-19

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It is inspired by 150 real-world peaks across seven continents, and the trail runs from forest to snowline.

VERIFIED Source: Steam store page (appid 4206250), checked 2026-10-19

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The game can run in a corner of your desktop so the journey continues while you do other things.

VERIFIED Source: Steam store page (appid 4206250), checked 2026-10-19

FAQ

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What is SummitJourney?

A relaxing hiking sim released October 18, 2026 at $4.49, with a cat companion and 150 real-world peaks.

Can it run while you work?

Yes - it can sit in a corner of your desktop as an idle journey.

Is there a goal?

Reach the summit and return safely, with stories and souvenirs for the next trip.

How much is it?

$4.49 on Steam.

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What the game is

SummitJourney is a relaxing hiking sim released October 18, 2026 at $4.49.

You pack a bag and set off with a little hiking cat.

It is inspired by 150 real-world peaks across seven continents.

The trail runs from forest to snowline, with time to enjoy the view along the way.

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Planning and care

You choose your route and bring enough supplies.

Looking after your hiker is part of the loop.

The goal is to reach the summit and return safely.

Stories and souvenirs carry over to the next trip.

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Desktop idle mode

When life gets busy you can keep the journey in a corner of your desktop.

You check in whenever you like rather than needing a dedicated session.

That makes it a companion game rather than something demanding attention.

It is the rare hiking sim designed to coexist with work.

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Scenery and photography

You can hide the interface and settle into immersive mode.

Scenery changes with the mountain, altitude and weather.

Following your cat through forests and drifting clouds toward the snowline is the core visual experience.

You can take a photo when you find a view you love.

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store.steampowered.com/app/4206250

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Last checked: 2026-10-18

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