Games Released in March 2006

322 new games released in March 2006, with PC (Microsoft Windows) being the most active platform. March 23 was the busiest day, with 38 new releases.

Top Platform

PC (Microsoft Windows)

New Releases

322

Busiest Day

March 23

What was the most popular game of March 2006?

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion, the fourth game in the Elder Scrolls story, is set within the province of Cyrodiil, the heartland and Imperial capital of Tamriel. Emperor Uriel Septim VII is assassinated in flight from his own palace, but just before he dies he passes on to you the mystic Amulet of Kings. The adventure proper begins with the quest to find Uriel's lost and illegitimate son who is the only heir to the throne. In a world where the forces of darkness seek their ultimate dominion over the ranks of man and mer alike, you alone stand between the future of Tamriel and the gates of Oblivion.

Which days had the most releases?

March 23 saw the most activity with 38 releases.

38 releases

March 23

37 releases

March 31

36 releases

March 30

28 releases

March 2

How did each week compare?

The fourth week of March was the busiest with 95 releases.

Week 1 (March 1–7)

70 releases

Most popular release in Week 1

The Lord of the Rings: The Battle for Middle-earth II

Wage war in the North and assume command of the most storied civilizations in all of Middle-earth history - the Elven and Dwarven armies - or fight on the side of Evil with heroes and creatures that have never been seen in The Lord of the Rings films. Defend or overtake never before seen lands such as Dol Guldur, The Misty Mountains, and Mirkwood as you unleash powerful new weapons and abilities, such as summoning dragons.

Week 2 (March 8–14)

65 releases

Most popular release in Week 2

Daxter

Daxter is a platformer developed by Ready at Dawn and published by Sony Computer Entertainment. Released in 2006 for the PlayStation Portable (PSP), it serves as a midquel set between Jak II and Jak 3 from the Jak and Daxter series. The game follows Daxter, a comical ottsel, as he works as a pest exterminator in Haven City while searching for his captured friend, Jak. Gameplay focuses on platforming, combat, and gadget-based puzzles, with Daxter using unique tools like a bug swatter and spray gun to defeat enemies. It features detailed environments, engaging minigames, and the series' signature humor.

Week 3 (March 15–21)

67 releases

Most popular release in Week 4

Pokémon Ranger

Pokémon Ranger is an action role-playing video game developed by HAL Laboratory and Creatures Inc. and published by Nintendo for the Nintendo DS video game console. The game was released at various dates, varying between continents. The game was first released in Japan on March 22, 2006 and was later released in North America and Australia during the remainder of 2006. The game's final release date was in Europe in April 2007. Pokémon Ranger is compatible with Pokémon Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, HeartGold and SoulSilver allowing players to transfer the egg of the legendary Pokémon Manaphy to those games. This game is set in the Fiore region.

Week 5 (March 29–31)

83 releases

Most popular release in Week 5

Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney - Justice for All

The second game in the popular court room battle series from Japan introduces four new cases featuring new characters, plot twists and gameplay features. Players resume the role of Phoenix Wright, a defense attorney who must prove his client's innocence against the toughest of odds and most ruthless of adversaries. Players must exercise their legal prowess as they collect evidence, examine witnesses, analyses testimonies and seek the truth to ensure that justice prevails.

Which platforms saw the most releases?

PC (Microsoft Windows) received 116 new titles in March 2006. The runner up was PlayStation 2 with 83 new titles.

PC (Microsoft Windows)116 releases

PlayStation 283 releases

PlayStation Portable56 releases

Nintendo DS40 releases

Xbox33 releases

Game Boy Advance31 releases

Xbox 36030 releases

Web browser15 releases

Nintendo GameCube11 releases

Legacy Mobile Device9 releases

What genres were most popular?

Adventure was the dominant genre in March 2006 with 71 titles. Shooter followed closely with 57.

Adventure71

Shooter57

Role-playing48

Strategy42

Simulator39

Puzzle35

Platform30

Sport29

Arcade25

Racing24

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