Games Released in July 1999

131 new games debuted in July 1999, with PlayStation being the most active platform. July 1 was the busiest day, with 31 releases. Dino Crisis was the most popular release of the month.

Which days had the most releases?

July 1 saw the most activity with 31 releases.

31 releases

July 1

19 releases

July 29

18 releases

July 22

16 releases

July 31

How did each week compare?

The fourth week of July was the busiest with 49 releases.

Week 1 (July 1–7)

44 releases

Most popular release in Week 1

Dino Crisis

Dino Crisis is a survival horror video game developed and published by Capcom in 1999. Set in a remote research facility, it follows special agent Regina as she investigates a scientific experiment gone wrong. The game combines exploration, puzzle-solving, and combat against hostile dinosaurs. It uses a real-time 3D environment rather than pre-rendered backgrounds, distinguishing it from earlier Capcom horror titles. Dino Crisis is often noted for its emphasis on tension, limited resources, and fast, unpredictable enemies.

Week 2 (July 8–14)

17 releases

Most popular release in Week 2

Ogre Battle 64: Person of Lordly Caliber

"Ogre Battle 64: Person of Lordly Caliber is a tactical RPG for the Nintendo 64. Featuring a gripping storyline with multiple possible endings, and a genre-defining character class system, this strategic epic has rightly retained its place in the hearts of tactical RPG fans for over a decade. The game tells the story of Magnus Gallant, a recently graduated officer of the Palatinean Army who is assigned to the troubled southern region of his native land. There he witnesses the plight of the lower classes – the victims of a tyrannical ruling elite whose only thought is for the preservation of their own lofty status. With civil war brewing, Magnus is faced with a terrible choice: to betray his own noble origins in the name of liberty, or turn a blind eye to the evils of his rotten society."

Week 3 (July 15–21)

18 releases

Most popular release in Week 3

Legend of Mana

While incorporating action role-playing game elements from the three games which preceded it, Legend of Mana has its own distinct style of gameplay. Most notably, it gives the player the ability to shape the game's world of Fa'Diel according to his or her desires, a system which was incorporated through the use of "artifacts," which are gained as the player progresses through the game. The player uses the artifacts to create different towns, dungeons, etc., called "Lands", to venture to and explore. This creates a non-linear gameplay, since the game is driven by a series of what would be considered side-quests in other games. Legend of Mana features three different plots which can occur simultaneously, and which do not necessarily need to be completed for the player to finish the game. Legend of Mana was a financial success in Japan. While the game garnered considerable praise for its graphics and presentation, many critics and fans were turned off by the game's lack of a main storyline.

Week 4 (July 22–28)

49 releases

Most popular release in Week 4

The King of Fighters '99: Millennium Battle

"The King of Fighters '99: Millennium Battle" is the sixth game in The King of Fighters series by SNK. Unlike in previous games of the series, there are four characters per team instead of three, with the fourth serving as a "Striker", a fighter whose function is only to enter a match, attack the opponent and leave without replacing their teammates. In total, there are seven teams, each containing four characters, four Team Edit characters and a boss.

Week 5 (July 29–31)

41 releases

Most popular release in Week 5

Commandos: Beyond the Call of Duty

You have been selected for active service in the Commandos Corps, and must now mobilise in a series of 8 new dangerous missions. You may come with experience of action 'Behind Enemy Lines' or perhaps you are just a rookie - whatever you are, you will be given the opportunity to push your daring and tactical ability to the limit.As the leader of a small elite unit operating deep within enemy territory, you will experience new challenges and goals with these new missions. Plus new vehicles, buildings, weapons and 2 levels of difficulty will satisfy both Commandos veterans and new recruits.

Which platforms saw the most releases?

PlayStation received 62 new titles in July 1999. The runner up was PC with 38 new titles.

PlayStation62 releases

PC38 releases

Game Boy Color19 releases

Nintendo 6412 releases

Dreamcast9 releases

Arcade7 releases

WonderSwan6 releases

Mac4 releases

Neo Geo Pocket Color4 releases

Sega Saturn2 releases

What genres were most popular?

Adventure was the dominant genre in July 1999 with 43 titles. Strategy followed closely with 30.

Adventure43

Strategy30

Simulator27

Role-playing25

Sport21

Puzzle20

Shooter16

Racing12

Arcade11

Fighting10

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