Sad Cat Studios has released a demo for Replaced, its long-gestating cyberpunk platformer starring a jacket-wearing protagonist named Warren. The slice on offer shows off striking atmosphere and slick presentation, though the platforming can be unforgiving in places.

  • Demo availability: A playable demo is now live ahead of the game's full launch next month, giving players an early taste of the world and mechanics.
  • Tone and visuals: The build leans heavily into dystopian, neon-soaked environments that successfully sell the game's mood and sense of place.
  • Character and combat: You play as Warren, a gap-jumping, gun-using lead who navigates a blend of platforming and shooting encounters—sometimes with brutal instant-death consequences.
  • Platforming pitfalls: Many of the demo's most memorable moments come from narrowly missed jumps and surprise deaths (including encounters with distant robo-snipers), which can be thrilling but occasionally frustrating.
  • Development context: Replaced has been in the works for some time; the demo is intended to build momentum and gather player impressions before release.

Source: Rock Paper Shotgun

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