Games Released in September 1999

140 new games debuted in September 1999, with PlayStation being the most active platform. September 30 was the busiest day, with 42 releases. Age of Empires II: The Age of Kings was the most popular release of the month.

Which days had the most releases?

September 30 saw the most activity with 42 releases.

42 releases

September 30

19 releases

September 9

14 releases

September 15

11 releases

September 23

How did each week compare?

The fifth week of September was the busiest with 49 releases.

Week 1 (September 1–7)

36 releases

Most popular release in Week 1

Fire Emblem: Thracia 776

Fire Emblem: Thracia 776 is a Japanese tactical role-playing game developed by Intelligent Systems and published by Nintendo, and the fifth installment in the Fire Emblem series. It is also the third and final Fire Emblem series title to be released on the Super Famicom. Fire Emblem: Thracia 776 takes place between Chapters 5 and 6 of the previous game, Fire Emblem: Seisen no Keifu. Several characters from Fire Emblem: Seisen no Keifu appear, such as Leaf, Fin, and Nanna. It takes place in the Thracian peninsula in southeastern Jugdral.

Week 2 (September 8–14)

43 releases

Most popular release in Week 2

Wipeout 3

The third release of Psygnosis's seminal anti-grav racing series, and also the first game from the series to remain exclusive to the PlayStation. Set in the "F7200 Anti-Gravity Racing League", players control anti-gravity racing craft to eliminate competitors and complete events across a futuristic urban metropolis.

Week 3 (September 15–21)

26 releases

Most popular release in Week 3

Speed Punks

Speed Punks is a racing video game up to two players and four with a multi-tap for PlayStation. The game involves racing around a variety of tracks while using several weapons; including items that make the racer's speed increase, missiles, and slime.

Week 4 (September 22–28)

39 releases

Most popular release in Week 4

Resident Evil 3: Nemesis

Resident Evil 3: Nemesis is a survival horror video game and the third instalment in the Resident Evil series. Like its two predecessors, it is a third-person action-adventure game with polygonal characters on pre-rendered backgrounds with cinematic camera angles. Although the game uses the same basic engine and gameplay as the previous games, the gameplay is improved by features such as auto-targeting, a 180-degree spin, and a new dodge move that allows Jill to avoid enemy attacks. The PC and Dreamcast versions include all eight of Jill's possible costumes, as well as the mercenary mini-game Operation Mad Jackal, which allows players to play as one of the three Umbrella soldiers. On the PlayStation version, these special features must be unlocked by beating the game with a high score.

Week 5 (September 29–30)

49 releases

Most popular release in Week 5

Age of Empires II: The Age of Kings

Take control of a powerful civilization. Lead them through 1000 years of the Middle Ages to riches and greatness. Will you Intimidate the world into following you by using military force? Rule the world with honor and nobility by using commerce and diplomacy? Or Underhandedly seize power through conspiracy, deception and regicide? There are many paths to power, there can only be one ruler!

Which platforms saw the most releases?

PlayStation received 74 new titles in September 1999. The runner up was PC with 47 new titles.

PlayStation74 releases

PC47 releases

Dreamcast25 releases

Nintendo 6415 releases

Game Boy Color12 releases

Arcade8 releases

Mac5 releases

WonderSwan4 releases

Amstrad CPC1 release

Game Boy1 release

What genres were most popular?

Adventure was the dominant genre in September 1999 with 46 titles. Simulator followed closely with 31.

Adventure46

Simulator31

Sport31

Role-playing27

Strategy24

Shooter21

Racing17

Puzzle16

Arcade13

Platform13

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