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Free demo out nowSteam Next Fest Oct 19 to 26Early Access Dec 1, 2026No microtransactions ever

A mountain bike game made by riders

Cranked is a downhill mountain bike game for Windows, Mac and Linux, on Steam. The free demo is Zone 1 of an open mountain: 37 challenges, race trails, hidden lines and the three-stage Lakeside Enduro. Ride solo or online with friends, with full controller support. Early Access opens December 1, 2026.

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Our promise

No clutter.

No exploitative hooks.

No microtransactions.

Every decision is judged by one thing: will this be genuinely fun?

If a feature doesn't make riding better, it's out. One purchase. Full game. No strings attached.

Built for the real thing

What makes it different
Racing a downhill trail from the rider's view in Cranked

Real physics

A physics engine built for rocks, roots and rough ground. Every bump, compression and landing comes through the bars.

Picking a line through a rock garden in Cranked

Line choice

Precision wins. Hit the right rock, pick the tighter line through the garden, and that's the gap between the podium and the dirt.

The Lakeside Enduro timing gate in Cranked

Global racing

Leaderboards and instant restarts. Shave milliseconds and climb the ranks. Easy to pick up, near-endless skill depth.

Open mountain

A big bike park to explore, with every kind of trail.

Modding

Build and share your own maps and gear.

World Cup inspired

Tracks inspired by real World Cup courses.

Two views

Ride it from the bars or from the chase cam.

The Frameworks downhill bike, in real life

Real bikes. Real gear.

Ride the Frameworks downhill bike and Atherton Bikes, in riding gear from Fox Racing. More brands are on the way.

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Roadmap and release dates

Where we are

Open development, every step of the way. Weekly updates every Monday on Patreon.

  1. Done

    Prototype

    Physics engine, camera system, first terrain model.

  2. Done

    Physics overhaul

    Rock gardens, roots, compression and suspension rebuilt.

  3. Done

    Playtests

    Free playtests on Steam. Riders sent physics and performance data.

  4. Done

    Alpha

    The open mountain, multiplayer and the trail network.

  5. Done

    Free demo

    Zone 1 on Steam, October 2, 2026.

  6. Ahead

    Early Access

    December 1, 2026.

  7. Ahead

    Full release

    PC in 2027. Consoles to follow.

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Session Syndicate

Luleå, Sweden

Real riders. Real game.

We're not a corporate studio chasing trends. We're riders and game developers who got tired of waiting for someone else to make the mountain bike game we wanted to play.

The founders are the original team behind Mad Skills Motocross and Mad Skills BMX. We know how to build games that feel right. Now we're putting all of it into the sport we love most.

Founders

  • Tobias AnderssonCEO
  • Joe WelchGame Director
  • Bryan StealeyStrategic Advisor and Marketing
  • Mike FisherVisual Director

The team

  • Joe WelchGame Director
  • Michael HodgeProgrammer
  • Magdalena HäggbomArtist
  • Cedric GadouryLevel Designer
  • Damien Desmond3D Artist
  • Pauli LoschSound Designer, Eviya Studio
  • Julian StealeyMarketing

Cranked FAQ

Quick answers

What is Cranked?

Cranked is a downhill mountain bike game for PC from Session Syndicate, a small studio in Luleå, Sweden, founded by the team behind Mad Skills Motocross and Mad Skills BMX. The trails are handcrafted and the bike handling is physics-based, with no canned animations.

When does Cranked come out?

Early Access opens on Steam on December 1, 2026. The full PC release follows in 2027, with consoles after that. A free demo is out now, and Cranked is part of Steam Next Fest, October 19 to 26, 2026.

Is there a free demo?

Yes. The free demo on Steam is Zone 1 of the open mountain: 37 challenges, race trails, hidden trails and the Lakeside Enduro, three stages on one bike with no restarts between them.

What platforms is Cranked on?

Cranked is on Steam for Windows, Mac and Linux, with a native Linux build. Consoles are planned after the full PC release.

How much does Cranked cost?

The demo is free. The Early Access price hasn't been announced yet. Session Syndicate has committed to never adding microtransactions.

Can I ride with friends?

Yes. Ride online with friends, chase each other down the hill in FPV drone mode, and race for global leaderboard times with instant restarts.

Does Cranked support mods?

Yes. Modding is a core part of Cranked. Players can build and share their own maps and gear.

Can I play with a controller?

Yes. Cranked has full controller support, and a gamepad is recommended.

What are the minimum PC specs?

64-bit Windows 10, a 6-core CPU (Intel Core i5-10400 or AMD Ryzen 5 3600), 4 GB of RAM, a GeForce GTX 1660 Super or Radeon RX 5600 XT, and 8 GB of storage.

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