Replaced Dev Issues Warning
Replaced, the long-awaited cyberpunk cinematic platformer from Sad Cat Studios, launched today on PC and Xbox to excellent critical reviews. However, the game suffers from a significant technical issue on Xbox Series S that players should be aware of.
The bug is a memory-related hang that occurs during the transition between Chapter 4 and Chapter 5, but only if the game has been played continuously in a single session up to that point. When triggered, the hang can destroy player progress and save data—making it effectively game-breaking for affected users. Fortunately, the issue does not affect PC (Steam) or Xbox Series X versions.
To mitigate the risk, Sad Cat Studios recommends that Xbox Series S players quit and fully restart the game during Chapter 4 to clear the console’s RAM before progressing to Chapter 5. The studio has committed to releasing a permanent fix via patch this week, providing relief for affected players.