Sifu Will Launch on Mobile Platforms October 12
Developer Sloclap is bringing the hit action game to mobile devices with full touch and controller support.
Updated on Oct. 5, 2026 in Gaming
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Sloclap announced that its hit action game Sifu will launch on the App Store and Google Play Store on October 12. The mobile version includes full controller support and touch controls for mobile play.
Why it matters
The mobile release expands the reach of a title that has sold over 4 million units across console and PC since its 2022 debut. Bringing the acclaimed game to mobile devices offers a new way for players to engage with the challenging combat title.
The mobile version of Sifu will cost $7.99 at launch. Meanwhile, the PC version of the game is currently available on Steam for $9.99, representing a 75% discount off its original $39.99 launch price.
The players
Sloclap
Sloclap is the independent video game developer and publisher responsible for creating the action title Sifu.
The details
The mobile iteration of the game supports mobile controllers and can be played on Android handhelds. It follows the game's initial release on PC and consoles, where it notably won the 2023 Steam Award for Best Game You Suck At.
Timeline
Sifu was first released for PS4, PS5, and Windows in February 2022.
The game launched on Xbox and Nintendo Switch in November 2022.
Sifu won the Steam Award in 2023.
The mobile version launches on app stores on October 12, 2026.
Culture Shift
The move to mobile platforms signals a broader industry trend of porting complex, high-difficulty action titles to portable devices to capture new audiences. This release expands the accessibility of a title recognized by the 2023 Steam Award for Best Game You Suck At.
Players can experience the game on the go using mobile controllers or Android handhelds starting this October. The $7.99 price point provides a lower barrier to entry for fans interested in the challenging combat mechanics.
The takeaway
Players looking to optimize their mobile experience may consider dedicated hardware like handheld controllers to match the precision of the console version. The shift to mobile allows fans to continue playing even when away from their primary gaming rig or console.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Notebookcheck.
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