November 19 will mark a significant day on Steam, not just for the impending launch of Grand Theft Auto 6, but also as the release date for 32 other games. Among these new titles, 'Lord of Undead,' a third-person RPG focused on building a zombie army to conquer mortal villages, has garnered the most attention with 2,649 follows on Steam. This figure places it ahead of other notable releases scheduled for the same day.
Notable New Releases
'Lord of Undead' aims to offer a grim experience where players can establish their evil domain while also engaging in base building. Its appeal is amplified by the fact that Grand Theft Auto 6 is a console exclusive, leaving the PC market open for titles like 'Lord of Undead.' Another game generating interest is 'Parry Survivor,' which has 2,062 follows. This title features an anime-style protagonist fending off waves of masked boys and comes from the developer behind several other well-received games.
Further down the list of anticipated releases is 'Cute Country,' described as a "super cute cure simulation operation single machine masterpiece," suggesting a blend of city-building and mobile RPG elements. It currently boasts 736 follows. 'Phantom Vice Auto,' previously covered, has accumulated 123 follows. For those seeking a more unconventional experience, 'Man Simulator' offers a "comedy simulator" with a focus on a slobbish middle-aged man's activities, from lawn mowing to fishing, complete with "meme-style presentation and humor." Despite its niche appeal, it has garnered 9 follows. Rounding out the horror offerings is 'Flick,' a first-person body-cam horror game designed to evoke dread.
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These 32 games represent a notable surge in new releases, with Steam seeing more titles launch on November 19 than on the preceding or succeeding days. This trend continues into the week, with 27 games released on the Thursday prior and five on the Thursday after.
Steam's Performance Charts
In other Steam news, the revenue charts for the week of August 4-11 revealed 'Apex Legends' and 'Counter-Strike 2' leading the pack. 'Big Walk' secured the third position, followed by 'Dota 2.' Notably, the soulslike extraction RPG 'Mistfall Hunter,' which debuted at number 3 the previous week, dropped out of the top 10. 'Gears of War: E-Day' reached its highest position since pre-orders began, ranking 11th, while 'Forza Horizon 6' charted at number 4 during its pre-order week. Meanwhile, 'Halo: Campaign Evolved' saw a significant drop to 69th place after holding 5th place the prior week.
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Amidst these observations, the week's Steam reviews included a particularly critical take on a new Madden game, with one user stating, "EA didn't finish the game so I'm not finishing this revi."