New Steam Game Is Way More Popular Than AC Shadows (And It’s Apparently Very Good)

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Currently, a game developed by independent studio TVGS is outperforming Assassin’s Creed Shadows, inZOI, R.E.P.O, and The First Berserker: Khazan on Steam. Remarkably, this game has been launched by the same developer who is debuting with this new release. What makes this achievement even more impressive is that the game is not yet fully released; instead, it’s currently available through Steam Early Access. Normally priced at $19.99, it’s currently on sale for 15% off, making it only $16.99 for the next 24 hours.

If you haven’t noticed yet, the game we’re discussing is Schedule I, which isn’t just about selling more copies than other games lately but also keeping its players much longer. To illustrate, in the past day, it had a peak of 369,657 concurrent players on Steam, placing it fourth only behind PUBG, Dota 2, and Counter-Strike 2. For comparison, Assassin’s Creed Shadows managed to attract just 46,125 players.

The game’s sales performance is backed up by its widespread acceptance among those who try it. Currently, it boasts an “Overwhelmingly Positive” review rating on Steam, the highest possible rating available on the platform. This high praise can be attributed to 98% of 25,301 user reviews that have given the game a positive rating.

The game’s description on Steam introduces it as follows: “You’re a struggling drug dealer entering a new town with no money, drugs, or contacts. Your goal is to establish a powerful drug empire in the gritty west-coast city of Hyland Point. As you rise through the ranks, you’ll face increasing challenges from aggressive law enforcement and ruthless cartel rivals. Your ultimate objective is to grow your empire and become the kingpin of the underworld.

One player review states that this simulation game is among the best they’ve ever played, as it’s so engaging that they lose track of time easily while managing everything from resources to workers’ wages. They even need to consciously log off to eat and drink, or they could spend hours without realizing it.

For those using Steam Deck who are curious about playing Schedule I, they might encounter differing experiences due to the game’s Steam page stating its compatibility as “unknown.” This means that Schedule 1 could potentially run smoothly on Steam Deck, but it’s more likely that players may face a variety of problems while trying to enjoy this popular new simulator.

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2025-03-30 21:09