Summary
A new co-op crime game about drug dealing, calledSchedule 1, is blowing up on Steam, with more than 130,000 concurrent players and an “overwhelmingly positive” rating from player reviews. This indie game, developed by TVGS, was released in early access on March 24 forSteamPC players.
There have been manysuccess stories in the indie game scene. Many titles created by solo developers or small independent studios have managed to make a name in the industry, sometimes even redefining aspects of the medium and influencing the AAA market. Titles likeStardew Valley,Undertale, andCeleste, among others, offered new experiences and an original approach to game development. Every year, thousands of indie titles are released, but only a handful manage to truly capture players’ attention. Now, a new indie title with a rather unique premise is blowing up the Steam charts.
A newco-op indie game on Steam,Schedule 1, has surpassed 130,000 concurrent players (and the number keeps rising) just two days after its early access release. The game puts players in the shoes of a small-time drug dealer on a journey to build an empire by selling Schedule 1 substances. Players must craft different products using various production processes and recipes to satisfy the “needs” of their clients—all while dealing with law enforcement and cartel competitors.
New Co-Op Indie Game About Drug Dealing Surpasses 130K Concurrent Players on Steam
Thiscrime indie gametakes players from the early stages of the drug business—starting as a small seller who has to walk or skate through the city to deliver Schedule 1 substances—to eventually hiring people to do the job, buying properties, and, as described on the game’s Steam page, creating “a fully automated drug empire.” As the empire grows, so does the danger, and players will have to fight using their fists, melee weapons, or firearms to protect their business. The game offers co-op multiplayer, allowing players to divide tasks and manage the operation together.
According to theSchedule 1Steam page, the developer wants to incorporate player feedback from community forums and Discord servers to bring “the best virtual drug dealer experience on the market.” TVGS promises to deliver frequent content updates every month over the next two years—approximately the duration of the game’s early access period. The developer plans to significantly expand the game’s map, introduce several more drugs and production processes, and develop a more complex business management system.Schedule 1is already ahit in the indie game scene, and players can download and play it on Steam now.
