
Early Access
Yes, but updates are hit or miss. Last updated 2 months ago, with about 1 update per month.
Last checked Oct 22, 2026
Extreme whitewater kayaking on untamed rivers in a vast open world. Ride solo or online with up to 6 players, surf powerful river waves, throw physics-based freestyle tricks, send epic massive waterfalls and live the river life together. Ride the Flow!
Aug 10, 2026 Β· Build
Public branch build 24659715
Latest build time Steam reports for the public branch.
Jul 24, 2026 Β· Patch note
π Stout Kayak β Update V3.0 - RIVER RUSH ! π (opens in new tab)
π V3.0 β The "River Rush" Update is Live! Hey paddlers! I am incredibly excited to drop Version 3.0 , a massive milestone that completely reimagines how your kayak handles and brings the entire river to life. As a solo indie dev, this update represents a huge step forward in physics, true immersion, and stepping up the game's identity. π£ Next-Gen Kayak Phβ¦
May 21, 2026 Β· Patch note
π Stout Kayak β Update V2.9 - Unleashed Currents ! π (opens in new tab)
π Stout Kayak 2.9: UNLEASHED CURRENTS Feel the raw power of whitewater. The 2.9 update introduces dynamic forces tied to the river's terrain. The foam and waves are now your guides: observe them to anticipate the current's push, just like in real life. Learn to read the water to become one with the flow. π A Living River (Current Physics) Iβve manually plβ¦
Apr 18, 2026 Β· Patch note
π STOUT KAYAK - UPDATE V2.8 : Call of the Depths π (opens in new tab)
π A brand-new massive cave has arrived. Get ready to push your limits in an even more immersive kayaking experience with the Stout Kayak 2.8 update. π³οΈ The Giant Secret Cave A massive and mysterious cave has been discovered deep within the mapβ¦ At its center lies a giant green diamond waiting for those brave enough to claim it. But reaching it wonβt be eaβ¦
Mar 20, 2026 Β· Patch note
π₯π£ββοΈ STOUT KAYAK UPDATE 2.7 π£ββοΈπ₯ (opens in new tab)
π Physics Overhaul One of the biggest changes in this update focuses on the kayak physics system . It has been reworked to provide much more stability, especially during sharp direction changes and technical maneuvers. The previous βwobbleβ effect has been eliminated, resulting in smoother and more precise control. π Result: More responsive handling Betteβ¦
Stout Kayak last shipped a public branch build 2 months ago (Aug 10, 2026).
It got about 1 update per month over the last year and is irregular (53/100). 8 of the last 12 months had at least one update day. Gaps between updates are uneven.
No. It shipped a build or patch note within the last 90 days, though updates are hit or miss.
Stout Kayak: 9 updates in the last 12 months, avg every 31 days. The chart shows the last 12 months, including months with zero patch notes. Counts are dated patch and update posts, not branch builds.
| Month | Updates |
|---|---|
| November 2025 | 1 |
| December 2025 | 2 |
| January 2026 | 0 |
| February 2026 | 1 |
| March 2026 | 2 |
| April 2026 | 1 |
| May 2026 | 1 |
| June 2026 | 0 |
| July 2026 | 1 |
| August 2026 | 0 |
| September 2026 | 0 |
| October 2026 | 0 |