Replaced is one of the most anticipated indie titles in recent memory, and after two delays, it finally has a locked-in launch date. The 2.5D action-platformer from Sad Cat Studios drops on April 14 for PC and Xbox, and with nearly 1 million Steam wishlist additions and a demo that racked up hundreds of thousands of plays, the anticipation is real. Here's everything you need to know about when the game goes live in your region.
When does Replaced release?
Replaced launches on April 14 for both PC (Steam) and Xbox. There is no PlayStation version available at launch, so searching the PlayStation Store will come up empty for now.
The game puts you in the role of an AI consciousness trapped inside a human body, navigating a retro-futuristic world filled with intense platforming, climbing sequences, and puzzle-solving. The premise alone explains why it built such a dedicated following during its long development cycle.
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Replaced is not available on PlayStation at launch. Xbox and PC are the only supported platforms on April 14.
Replaced dystopian city setting
What time does Replaced unlock in your region?
According to Steam's listed unlock schedule, Replaced goes live at 2:00 PM UTC on April 14. The table below breaks that down into exact local times for every major region.
How long has Replaced been in development?
The road to April 14 was not straightforward. Replaced was delayed twice before landing on its current release date. The extended wait has only sharpened player interest rather than cooling it, with the Steam wishlist count approaching the 1 million mark before launch.
The free demo played a big part in sustaining that momentum. Hundreds of thousands of players tried it, and the response was strong enough to keep Replaced near the top of Steam's most-anticipated lists heading into Q2.
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Replaced's free demo is available on Steam ahead of launch. If you haven't played it yet, it's worth a run before April 14 to get a feel for the movement system.
What kind of game is Replaced?
Replaced is a 2.5D action-platformer that blends fast-paced combat with climbing sequences and environmental puzzles. You play as R.E.A.C.H., an artificial intelligence forced into a human body against its will. The setting is a retro-futuristic dystopia, and the pixel art style has drawn consistent praise for its visual identity since the game's first reveal.
The core loop sits somewhere between a cinematic platformer and a brawler, with movement and timing playing a bigger role than stat-building. If you've played games like Abe's Odyssey or Katana Zero, the pacing will feel familiar, though Replaced has its own rhythm.
Puzzle section in Replaced
Is Replaced coming to Xbox Game Pass?
No official Game Pass confirmation has been announced at the time of writing. Given that Replaced is launching on Xbox, a Game Pass day-one addition is possible, but nothing has been confirmed by Sad Cat Studios or the publisher. Check back closer to launch for any updates on that front.
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Do not assume Replaced will be on Game Pass at launch. Purchase plans should be based on confirmed pricing, not speculation.
Where to buy Replaced
Replaced is available to wishlist and purchase on Steam for PC and through the Xbox Store for console. The game supports both Xbox Series X/S and Xbox One, though specific performance targets for each platform have been discussed separately by the developers.
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