The developers behind the 5-million-selling co-op climbing hit, 'Peak', have finally broken their silence regarding the flood of shameless Roblox clones.

Aggro Crab, the studio behind Peak, took to X on the 5th, stating, 'Honestly, I'd rather you pirate our game than play these microtransaction-riddled knockoffs on Roblox.' Landfall Games, which co-developed the title, chimed in with a simple 'Cosigned,' joining the chorus of frustration against these platform-hosted imitations.

Peak, which launched on June 17, has captured hearts with its four-player co-op, charming aesthetic, and satisfyingly precise climbing mechanics. The developers' ire is directed squarely at 'Cliff'—a copycat title that lifts the core experience while stuffing it with predatory monetization—and at Roblox, the platform that allows such blatant theft to thrive.

Created by a developer going by 'PewStudio', 'Cliff' essentially rips off everything from the core loop to the art style of the original. While the authentic 'Peak' is a paid title, the Roblox version is 'free' to enter, lowering the barrier to entry for the unsuspecting. It has already clocked over 5.6 million plays and boasts more than 70,000 favorites.

The developer of 'Cliff' claims to be 'inspired' by climbing games, but this goes well beyond mere inspiration; it is a full-scale replication. Unlike honest homages, the creator of 'Cliff' has aggressively monetized the experience with game passes, pets, starter packs, and various items, turning someone else's hard work into a cash grab.

The issue highlights a recurring failure within the Roblox ecosystem. While the platform prides itself on being a massive, open-ended space for user-generated content, its moderation is notoriously sluggish when it comes to illegal or unethical material. It is a familiar story: back in Korea, the platform faced heavy criticism for failing to act against content mocking the 5·18 Gwangju Democratization Movement, only scrambling for a fix after public outrage peaked.

Gamers are already rallying behind the developers, with many arguing that it is time for legal action. The general consensus is clear: profiting from another's creative labor is a spineless act, and Roblox needs to be held accountable for providing a safe harbor for such blatant intellectual property theft.