A new game recently added to Xbox Game Pass is getting a lot of praise from subscribers, with many calling it exceptional. One of the biggest benefits of Game Pass, especially compared to services like PlayStation Plus, is that it often includes games on the day they’re released. While day-one releases are fairly common, this particular game is also exclusive to the Xbox Series X, which is rare. It’s unusual for a 2026 release to be both a day-one Game Pass title and a console exclusive.
Released last month, Replaced is quickly becoming one of the most popular games added to Xbox Game Pass this year. It’s a visually striking 2.5D platformer developed by Sad Cat Studios and published by Thunderful Publishing, and it originally launched as a console exclusive for Xbox Series X. Currently, Replaced is only available on Xbox – you can buy it for $19.99 or play it with an Xbox Game Pass Ultimate or PC Game Pass subscription. Players on the Xbox Game Pass Reddit page have been consistently praising the game since its release, and recent posts are no different.
I’ve been checking out the Xbox Game Pass subreddit, and honestly, everyone is loving this one game. One post called the atmosphere “totally insane” and gave it a perfect 10/10, which isn’t unusual – I’m seeing a lot of similar reactions. It’s not just the post itself, but all the comments too – people are really feeling the same way about it!
One player shared that they recently finished the game this month and were completely captivated by it. They praised the immersive science fiction setting, compelling story, and well-developed characters, calling it one of the best story-driven puzzle platformers available.
It’s worth noting that not everyone loves Replaced. While many Xbox players are calling it one of the best games of 2026, its ratings show mixed opinions: it has a 4 out of 5 star rating on the Xbox Store and an 83% approval rating on Steam, indicating the praise isn’t unanimous.
Players interested in trying the Xbox exclusive will find it takes around 10 to 15 hours to complete, which is longer than many similar games. A common complaint is that the game unfolds slowly. It’s currently unknown how long it will stay available on Xbox Game Pass.
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2026-05-03 17:41