Sad Cat Studios has officially announced the release date for its upcoming title REPLACED, confirming that the game will launch on March 12, 2026. The studio also shared a new trailer, providing a first detailed look at the world, characters, and gameplay mechanics of its retro-futuristic action-thriller. Fans who have followed the project since its early stages now have a clear timeline for when they can experience the game firsthand.
REPLACED casts players as R.E.A.C.H., an artificial intelligence forced into a human body against its will. The story is set in an alternate version of the 1980s United States, one reshaped by nuclear disaster and social instability. The world is controlled by corporations and criminal groups, where survival often depends on the choices made by the player. Players will explore diverse locations, including streets, alleys, and hidden areas, all designed to reflect the game’s dystopian cyberpunk aesthetic.
The narrative centers on Phoenix Corporation, a powerful organization whose dark secrets drive the events of the game. As R.E.A.C.H., players experience the story through the eyes of a being caught between machine intelligence and human limitations. The game emphasizes a combination of exploration, combat, and narrative discovery, allowing players to interact with the environment in meaningful ways. Combat is dynamic, requiring players to use both agility and strategy to overcome challenges, while exploration encourages uncovering hidden story elements and environmental details.
The newly released trailer provides a closer look at REPLACED’s visual design and gameplay mechanics. The title combines pixel-art visuals with modern lighting and animation effects to create a cinematic experience. Movement, combat sequences, and environmental interactions are highlighted, giving players an idea of how R.E.A.C.H. navigates the world and interacts with its surroundings.
Sad Cat Studios expressed gratitude to fans for their continued support, noting that the project has been a long journey from concept to final production. The announcement marks a major milestone for the development team and signals that the game is entering its final stages of preparation before launch.
With the release date now confirmed, anticipation for REPLACED is likely to increase as more trailers and updates are expected in the months leading up to March 2026. The combination of narrative depth, challenging gameplay, and a detailed retro-futuristic world positions REPLACED as a title to watch for fans of cyberpunk and action-adventure games alike.
