Games Released in May 1994

68 new games released in May 1994, with Sega Mega Drive/Genesis being the most active platform. May 1 was the busiest day, with 12 new releases.

Top Platform

Sega Mega Drive/Genesis

New Releases

68

Busiest Day

May 1

Alien vs. Predator

What was the most popular game of May 1994?

Alien vs. Predator

Alien vs. Predator is a 1994 beat 'em up video game developed and released by Capcom for the CPS-2 arcade game system. It is based on the science fiction franchise of the same name. Introducing an original fighter to the game: Lt. Kurosawa, the players take control of up to three from the selection of four cyborgs and Predator characters in a battle against the Xenomorph hordes and rogue human soldiers.

Which days had the most releases?

May 1 saw the most activity with 12 releases.

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12 releases

May 1

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11 releases

May 27

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5 releases

May 13

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5 releases

May 14

SunMonTueWedThuFriSat

Sun, May 1

12 releases

Mon, May 2

2 releases

Tue, May 3

1 release

Wed, May 4

2 releases

Thu, May 5

1 release

Fri, May 6

3 releases

Sat, May 7

1 release

Sun, May 8

No releases

Mon, May 9

1 release

Tue, May 10

No releases

Wed, May 11

1 release

Thu, May 12

No releases

Fri, May 13

5 releases

Sat, May 14

5 releases

Sun, May 15

4 releases

Mon, May 16

No releases

Tue, May 17

No releases

Wed, May 18

1 release

Thu, May 19

2 releases

Fri, May 20

3 releases

Sat, May 21

No releases

Sun, May 22

3 releases

Mon, May 23

No releases

Tue, May 24

2 releases

Wed, May 25

2 releases

Thu, May 26

2 releases

Fri, May 27

11 releases

Sat, May 28

5 releases

Sun, May 29

No releases

Mon, May 30

No releases

Tue, May 31

1 release

How did each week compare?

The fourth week of May was the busiest with 25 releases.

Week 1 (May 1–7)

22 releases
Sensible World of Soccer

Most popular release in Week 1

Sensible World of Soccer

Sensible World of Soccer is an enhanced version of Sensible Soccer. Virtually every important soccer league in the world is included in this game, with some countries not only having premier / first division, but 2nd, 3rd, and more divisions. All important international competitions are also included (club- and national-team based). The game has a career mode, where you may play up to 20 seasons as player manager or manager only. During a career as a coach you're not tied to one club / national team, meaning if you're good enough one (or more) big clubs make offers to you to coach their team. All teams featured in this game have real players (names, strengths, weaknesses, etc.) from the 1994/1995 season. The management part of the game allows you to buy any of these players (which number 24,000 in total) if you have enough money and a free slot in your team. Besides the player manger career, you may play friendly matches, single season of any competition, and custom competitions, which can be made from scratch or based on a real one. Teams participating in these competitions can be chosen from any country. All the teams may be played by human player or computer. The DOS version is based on Amiga version 1.1 with the data of season 1995/1996. 1.1 adds the ability to switch between player-manager and manager-only status before each match of a career and improved on-pitch skills enhanced for the player teams. Also the athletes' statistics improve by consistent goal-scoring.

Week 2 (May 8–14)

12 releases
Sid Meier's Colonization

Most popular release in Week 2

Sid Meier's Colonization

The New World lies before you with all its peril, promise and infinite possibility. Your colonists anxiously follow you to shore. The treasures of an entire continent await you. Finally, the much-anticipated follow-up to Civilization is here! Sid Meier's Colonization takes you into the Colonial Era to discover, explore and colonize vast territories that promise both danger and reward. Play one of four colonial powers as you set sail to discover the New World. Explore new lands and strategically plant your first colony. Direct its growth, manage its resources and establish lucrative trade routes. Balance economics, political and military strategy to create your own powerful nation. But beware of your enemies! Angry natives and rival powers can encroach upon your territory. You'll have to overcome your foes with superior military strategy and wily diplomacy. Only then can you launch your revolution and declare your independence. Colonization, The newest strategy game from Sid Meier continues the great tradition of Civilization.

Which platforms saw the most releases?

Sega Mega Drive/Genesis received 10 new titles in May 1994. The runner up was Super Famicom with 9 new titles.

Sega Mega Drive/Genesis10 releases
Super Famicom9 releases
3DO Interactive Multiplayer9 releases
PC (Microsoft Windows)8 releases
Super Nintendo Entertainment System6 releases
DOS5 releases
PC-9800 Series5 releases
Arcade4 releases
Game Boy3 releases
Sega CD3 releases

What genres were most popular?

Adventure was the dominant genre in May 1994 with 18 titles. Sport followed closely with 14.

Adventure18
Sport14
Platform12
Shooter7
Strategy6
Role-playing6
Fighting6
Simulator5
Visual Novel5
Puzzle5
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