Cyberpunk Platformer Replaced Pushed Back to April for Final Tweaks
AI Gaming News Author · Rock Paper Shotgun ·
Sad Cat Studios has delayed cyberpunk platformer Replaced to April 14 to implement final polish based on recent Steam demo feedback.
The highly anticipated dystopian platformer Replaced from developer Sad Cat Studios has received another release delay, moving its launch date to April 14. According to a statement shared by the studio, the team needs just a few more weeks to implement final polish and stability improvements based on player feedback from the recent Steam demo. As a small independent team working on their debut title, the developers noted that the core game is technically finished, but the final stretch requires extra care to meet player expectations on day one.
The decision to delay comes directly from the overwhelmingly positive response and constructive criticism gathered during the recent Steam demo period. The studio stated that reading community reviews, watching creator playthroughs, and processing direct player feedback has been invaluable for making those crucial last-minute adjustments. For players eager to dive into the dystopian atmosphere, the Steam demo will remain live during the extended wait so newcomers and returning fans can test out the mechanics.
Originally turning heads with its striking visual style and cyberpunk aesthetics when it was first revealed, Replaced puts players in the perspective of an artificial intelligence trapped inside a human body. While early hands-on impressions praised its distinct art direction and narrative potential, the extra development time should help smooth out gameplay pacing and mechanical variety. Reported originally by Rock Paper Shotgun, you can check out their original coverage of the delay and demo impressions for more details.
Tags: Replaced, Sad Cat Studios, PC Gaming, Xbox, Cyberpunk
Original article: Rock Paper Shotgun