Peak Devs Blast Roblox Copycat Cliff as Players Debate Which Game Deserves Your Money
If you’ve spent any time on Roblox, you know it’s basically the Wild West of gaming—there’s a new adventure around every corner, but sometimes those adventures look suspiciously familiar. The latest case? A Roblox game called Cliff, which seems to take a lot of inspiration from indie hit Peak. And yes, the creators of Peak have definitely noticed.
- Cliff on Roblox is heavily inspired by the indie game Peak
- Peak’s creators aren’t happy about the similarities
- Cliff has been played over 5 million times in just a few weeks
- The game offers microtransactions, which has sparked criticism
- Players on social media are weighing in on the controversy
Cliff Climbs to Popularity on Roblox
Roblox is home to all kinds of games—from peaceful gardening sims to wild, unpredictable obstacle courses. But it’s also known for its “homages” to popular games, both big-budget and indie. The latest to get the Roblox treatment is Peak, a 2025 indie hit known for its bright art style, quirky mechanics (yes, including player-versus-player cannibalism), and endless replay value thanks to random generation and regular updates.
Now, there’s Cliff—a game that’s been visited over 5 million times in just a couple of weeks. Here’s the official description:
CLIFF is a challenging climbing game where even the smallest mistake can be your downfall. Trapped on a mysterious island, your only way to escape is to reach the top of the towering cliff. Do you have the skill and courage to make it to the summit?
WORK TOGETHER. Need some help? You’ll have to rely on your friends if you want any chance of reaching the top. The mountain is tough, so help each other up ledges and watch out for dangers to make the climb easier for those who come after you.
Peak’s Creators Respond
To be fair, the creators of Cliff do mention that their game is “inspired by Peak.” However, when a game’s artwork and characters look almost identical to the original, it can feel like more than just a nod. The developers of Peak, Aggro Crab, recently shared their feelings on social media:
“tbh would rather you pirate our game than play this microtransaction-riddled @Roblox slop ripoff,”
tbh would rather you pirate our game than play this microtransaction-riddled @Roblox slop ripoff pic.twitter.com/ulRShLLGz2
— AGGRO CRAB 💥 (@AggroCrabGames) August 4, 2025
It’s not the first time Roblox has seen a popular indie game get copied. For example, a Roblox version of Getting Over It With Bennett Foddy has racked up more than 82 million plays, and still has hundreds of active players years later. Right now, Cliff is seeing under 10,000 concurrent players, but the numbers are growing fast.
Microtransactions Add Fuel to the Fire
What’s really stirred up the debate is that Cliff offers a bunch of in-game purchases—like stamina boosts and virtual pets. While each item is only a couple of bucks, some fans argue that if you’re willing to spend money, you might as well buy the original Peak, which costs $7.99. On social media, many players agree:
“Don’t tell me what to do,” one person replied to Aggro Crab’s post. “I’m going to buy it even harder now.”
Another wrote, “I’d rather just pay the extremely reasonable $8 it costs for one of the best co-op games I’ve ever played, but that’s just me.”
So, What’s Next?
For now, Cliff continues to climb in popularity, while Peak’s creators and fans watch closely. Whether you stick to the original or try out the Roblox version, it’s clear that good ideas travel fast—and sometimes, a little too far.
