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About REPLACED

About this game

An Unforgettable Narrative Adventure

Face the consequences of the Phoenix Corporation's actions through the eyes of its own creation, R.E.A.C.H.—an artificial intelligence trapped in a human body. Navigate a world steeped in corruption, where body parts are traded like currency and humanity withers with every transplanted organ. Confront the Corporation—and the truth behind your creation.

Retro-Futurism Reimagined

The world of REPLACED is brought to life through a signature 2.5D style: best in class pixel art enhanced by modern depth-of-field, lighting, and cinematic visual effects. Combined with a moody, synth-driven soundtrack, REPLACED delivers a thick, immersive atmosphere that pulls you into a fractured timeline where everything that could have gone wrong, did go wrong.

Can an AI become human?

Every character R.E.A.C.H. meets, every story told, and every Phoenix Corporation agenda exposed raises a question: what defines us as human?

Find your own answers exploring the world of the Disposals—the outcasts of Phoenix-City—filled with gray morality, unexpected twists, and raw emotions.

Sleek, Immersive Action

Survival in Phoenix-City requires more than just answers. Navigate crumbling districts and neon-lit alleys with fluid, cinematic movement. When the shadows bite back, engage in brutal combat that emphasizes impact and atmosphere over pure sport. Experience a seamless blend of exploration, platforming, and combat encounters as this neo-noir thriller unfolds.

KEY FEATURES

  • A Signature Art Style – Witness a visually striking dystopian world where best in class pixel art meets modern 3D effects, creating a unique and immersive 2.5D perspective.
  • Deep, Emotional Narrative – Step into the role of R.E.A.C.H. and navigate an alternate 1980s America. Explore dark conspiracies and the weight of human survival in a world reshaped by nuclear disaster.
  • Fluid, Cinematic Combat – Master a fluid blend of precise melee strikes and ranged gunplay. Every attack, counter, and dodge is defined by stylish, impactful animations designed to keep you in the flow of the game.
  • Atmospheric Exploration – Navigate the decaying suburbs and neon-lit streets of Phoenix-City: from underground complexes and secret laboratories to the slums where the American Dream has failed. Uncover the secrets of an oppressive regime and engage with a cast of morally complex characters in a city ruled by greed.
  • Moody, Synth-Driven Score – Immerse yourself in the tension of a dystopian world with an original soundtrack that enhances every cinematic beat and emotional revelation

Game Details

Platform:
steam
Release Date:
April 14, 2026
Developer:
Sad Cat Studios
Publisher:
Thunderful Publishing
Supported Languages:
English
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Critic Reviews

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Gaming Boulevard

95 / 100
"Replaced is a seamless experience that grabs your attention from the outset and doesn’t let go. The seamless platforming and combat make you feel like an action star in one of...

Digital Chumps

95 / 100
"Replaced from Sad Cat Studios is a masterclass on how 2.5D pixel action-adventure games should be designed and executed."

Gamereactor UK

90 / 100
"Replaced is, after all, about emotion, which it has in abundance, with a story that resonates deeply, feels refreshing without reinventing the wheel, and, moreover, doesn't...
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Frequently Asked Questions

Somewhere in the middle. 8% of GameFAQs users said REPLACED is Simple or Easy. 92% of GameFAQs users said the difficulty is Just Right.
Yes, REPLACED is Steam Deck Verified. Valve’s testing indicates that REPLACED is Verified on Steam Deck. This game is fully functional on Steam Deck, and works great with the built-in controls and display.
  • All functionality is accessible when using the default controller configuration
  • This game shows Steam Deck controller icons
  • In-game interface text is legible on Steam Deck
  • This game's default graphics configuration performs well on Steam Deck
Minimum:
  • OS: Windows 10 64-bit
  • Processor: Intel® Core™ i5-8400 Processor
  • Memory: 16 GB RAM
  • Graphics: GeForce GTX 1060 (6GB) or equivalent
  • Storage: 8 GB available space
66% of critics on Metacritic recommend REPLACED. The Metascore is 76 out of 100.
REPLACED was released on April 14, 2026
REPLACED is published by Thunderful Publishing
REPLACED was developed by Sad Cat Studios
Fanatical users tagged REPLACED as Action-Adventure, Story Rich, 2D Platformer, and Adventure
Fanatical users tagged REPLACED as Pixel Graphics, Cyberpunk, Side Scroller, and Atmospheric
Yes. Fanatical users tagged REPLACED as having Singleplayer
Yes, Fanatical users tagged REPLACED as Action-Adventure
Yes, Fanatical users tagged REPLACED as Story Rich
Yes, Fanatical users tagged REPLACED as 2D Platformer