Replaced Launch Guide: Date, Times, Platforms, Price and Much More
- Sagar Mankar
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Replaced is a 2.5D cinematic action-platformer developed by Sad Cat Studios, a small Belarusian team now based in Cyprus, and published by Thunderful Publishing with involvement from Coatsink.
The game blends striking pixel-art visuals with modern lighting, fluid movement, and free-flow combat, all set within a dystopian alternate 1980s America.
Release Date and Global Launch Times
Replaced launches globally and simultaneously on April 14, 2026, across PC and Xbox Series X|S. Here is a breakdown of the launch times by region:
San Francisco (PDT): April 14, 7:00 AM
New York (EDT): April 14, 10:00 AM
São Paulo (BRT): April 14, 11:00 AM
London (BST): April 14, 3:00 PM
Paris (CEST): April 14, 4:00 PM
Athens (EEST): April 14, 5:00 PM
Dubai (GST): April 14, 6:00 PM
New Delhi (IST): April 14, 7:30 PM
Hong Kong (HKT): April 14, 10:00 PM
Tokyo (JST): April 14, 11:00 PM
Sydney (AEST): April 15, 1:00 AM
Editions, Pricing, and Platforms
Replaced will be available at $19.99 / €19.99, with regional pricing varying by platform.
There are no announced Deluxe or Collector's editions at this time, keeping things straightforward for buyers.
As for platforms, the game is coming to Xbox Series X|S in an enhanced version, and on PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, GOG, and the Microsoft Store.
Notably, Replaced is Steam Deck Verified, which is a solid bonus for handheld PC players.
There are currently no announced versions for PS5 or Nintendo Switch.
Xbox Game Pass subscribers also get a great deal here. Replaced will be available day one on Xbox Game Pass for both console and PC.
Story
Players take on the role of R.E.A.C.H., which stands for Research Engine for Altering and Composing Humans. R.E.A.C.H. is an AI that has been unwillingly placed inside a human body. The story unfolds in an alternate version of 1980s America, one that has been scarred by nuclear catastrophe.
The setting is Phoenix-City, a stronghold run by the Phoenix Corporation, the very organization responsible for R.E.A.C.H.'s creation. As the narrative progresses, players uncover layers of corporate corruption, human trafficking, and deeply unsettling secrets. At its core, the story grapples with questions of identity, survival, and what it means to be human in a world that has long stopped caring.
Dialogue, side quests, and a fully explorable hub area with meaningful character interactions all contribute to the narrative experience.
Gameplay
Replaced is a cinematic side-scrolling action-platformer with a strong emphasis on fluid movement and responsive combat. Players can run, climb, and explore layered environments that feature both foreground and background movement. Environmental puzzles are woven into the experience, and the combat system allows players to chain together melee strikes, ranged attacks, dodges, parries, and special finishers.
The game draws obvious comparisons to some well-regarded titles. It blends Prince of Persia-style platforming and combat with the narrative depth of something like Deus Ex, while the visual aesthetic sits closer to Ori or Gris, albeit considerably darker in tone.
FAQs at a Glance
Multiplayer/Co-op: None. Replaced is a strictly single-player, offline experience.
Game Pass: Available day one on Xbox Game Pass for console and PC.
How long to beat: Estimated at 8 to 15 hours for the main story, with additional time for side quests and exploration.
Difficulty: Approachable controls with combat that rewards timing through dodges and parries; platforming sections offer a fair degree of challenge.
Art style: Layered pixel-art combined with modern visual effects, resulting in a retro-futuristic and atmospheric look.
Mature content: A mature rating is expected given the game's themes of violence, gore, dystopian corruption, and dark narrative elements.