Games Released in 1992
1,106 new games released in 1992 across 10 platforms, with Sega Mega Drive/Genesis being the most popular seeing 152 new titles. December was the busiest month of the year, launching 213 new releases.
Top Platform
Sega Mega Drive/Genesis
New Releases
1,106
Busiest Month
December
What was the most popular game of 1992?
Sonic the Hedgehog 2
Sonic the Hedgehog 2 is a side-scrolling platform game and the sequel to the original Sonic the Hedgehog. Players control Sonic as he traverses larger, faster-paced levels across West Side Island, collecting rings, defeating robot enemies, and pursuing Doctor Robotnik. The game introduces Sonic's sidekick Miles "Tails" Prower, a two-tailed fox who can be controlled by a second player. It also adds the spin dash move, a competitive split-screen multiplayer mode, and pseudo-3D special stages in which players collect rings to earn Chaos Emeralds.
Which days had the most releases?
February 1 was the busiest single day of 1992 with 100 releases.
Which month had the most releases?
The busiest release month of 1992 was December, totaling 213 titles.
How did each season compare?
Q4 was the busiest quarter of 1992 with 393 releases.
Which platforms saw the most releases?
Sega Mega Drive/Genesis received 152 new titles in 1992, holding the most releases. The runner up was Super Famicom with 141 new titles.
What genres were most popular?
Platform was the dominant genre in 1992 with 195 titles. Adventure followed closely with 191.