Sad Cat Studios and Thunderful are thrilled to announce that their highly anticipated cyberpunk action platformer, REPLACED, will be releasing on PC and Xbox Series X|S on March 12th, 2026. This long-awaited milestone is celebrated with a stunning new release date announcement trailer, offering fans another glimpse into the dangerous, atmospheric world that awaits them.

Players will uncover the sinister secrets of the Phoenix Corporation through the eyes of its own creation, R.E.A.C.H. — an advanced AI trapped unwillingly in a human body. Set in an alternate 1980s America ravaged by nuclear catastrophe, Phoenix-City stands as one of the Corporation’s fortified strongholds, a neon-soaked dystopia where corruption thrives and human life is treated as a commodity.

Step into the role of R.E.A.C.H., expose the Corporation’s hidden agenda, and reveal the truth behind your existence.

REPLACED is a 2.5D cinematic action platformer wrapped inside a tense cyberpunk thriller narrative. Run, leap, and fight your way through decaying districts, industrial wastelands, and neon-lit alleys using a fluid motion system and fast, responsive combat. Chain precise melee strikes with powerful ranged attacks to dismantle enemies in high-intensity encounters while maintaining an immersive exploration flow.

What Critics Are Saying…

“could be…an all-time indie classic in the same category as Limbo, Braid, Inside, Balatro” — IGN

“Replaced has all the right components to be a famous indie hit” — TheGamer

“by far the best-looking pixelated art style I’ve seen since Octopath Traveler” — Windows Central

Dive into a narrative that explores themes of humanity, identity, and control, guided by morally complex characters and the slow unraveling of a world pushed to its limits. The experience is brought to life with hand-crafted pixel art enhanced by modern visual effects, complemented by a moody, synth-driven soundtrack that reinforces the game’s cyberpunk atmosphere.

REPLACED delivers a gripping single-player journey blending cinematic platforming, fast-paced action, and a deeply emotional thriller narrative. In this world, every secret — and every life — comes with a price.

“It feels great to finally have a set date for the release of REPLACED,” said Game Director Yura Zhdanovich. “It’s no secret that it’s taken longer for us to get here than we initially thought, and we want to thank everyone for your continued patience and support. We’re looking forward to making it worth your while on March 12th!”

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