Games Released in January 2010

185 new games debuted in January 2010, with PC being the most active platform. January 28 was the busiest day, with 37 releases. Mass Effect 2 was the most popular release of the month.

Which days had the most releases?

January 28 saw the most activity with 37 releases.

37 releases

January 28

24 releases

January 1

19 releases

January 21

15 releases

January 29

How did each week compare?

The fourth week of January was the busiest with 92 releases.

Week 1 (January 1–7)

70 releases

Most popular release in Week 1

Darksiders

Apocalyptic power of War: Unleash the wrath of War, combining brutal attacks and supernatural abilities to decimate all who stand in your way. Epic quest: Battle across the wastelands and demon-infested dungeons of the decimated Earth in your quest for vengeance and redemption. Character progression: Uncover powerful ancient relics, upgrade your weapons, unlock new abilities, and customize your gameplay style. Battle Heaven and Hell: Battle against all who stand in your way—from war-weary angelic forces to Hell's hideous demon hordes.

Week 2 (January 8–14)

65 releases

Most popular release in Week 2

Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep

Birth by Sleep is an action roleplaying game that introduces a gameplay aspect called the Command System, which allows players to customize a Command Deck with techniques and abilities that they can perform at will, called Deck Commands. Performing ordinary attacks and Commands fills a gauge displayed above the command deck that, when certain requirements are fulfilled, activates a Command Style that changes the player's basic attack command with the "Surge" command, which racks up powerful combos depending on what Command Style is activated. Filling the gauge with certain requirements a second time causes the character to change into an even higher level Command Style, which replaces the "Surge" command with the more powerful "Storm" command.

Week 3 (January 15–21)

62 releases

Most popular release in Week 3

Valkyria Chronicles 2

Valkyria Chronicles 2 is a sequel to the critically acclaimed tactical RPG Valkyria Chronicles on the PS3, which was released exclusively on the PSP (PlayStation Portable) system. The game takes place two years after the conclusion of the original game and takes you back to the epic adventure set in 1930’s fictitious Europe. In this sequel, you play as a group of young Gallian Military Academy cadets who find themselves plunged into a bitter civil war when the newly formed Gallian Revolutionary Army stages a coup. As the drama and battle unfold, you will experience stories of friendship, love and growing pains during a time of war and revolution. The 'CANVAS' engine originally developed by SEGA Game Studios Japan for Valkyria Chronicles has been fully redesigned for the PSP system. This incredibly distinctive engine will power over 20 new distinct and visually stunning environments where you will have over 200 different missions to explore. For the first time ad-hoc Versus and Co-op multiplayer gameplay will now be available. The 'BLiTZ' battle system has also been re-designed to offer players the freedom to strategically move around the environment and attack enemies using real-time controls, something never before seen in the tactical role-playing game genre. This game adds some new unit classes and the ability to upgrade or change classes. It also changes the battle system to include multiple map areas that are unlocked as you take over enemy bases revealing more of the battlefield and allowing you to call units into that area.

Week 4 (January 22–28)

92 releases

Most popular release in Week 4

Mass Effect 2

Are you prepared to lose everything to save the galaxy? You'll need to be, Commander Shephard. It's time to bring together your greatest allies and recruit the galaxy's fighting elite to continue the resistance against the invading Reapers. So steel yourself, because this is an astronomical mission where sacrifices must be made. You'll face tougher choices and new, deadlier enemies. Arm yourself and prepare for an unforgettable intergalactic adventure. Game Features: Shift the fight in your favour. Equip yourself with powerful new weapons almost instantly thanks to a new inventory system. Plus, an improved health regeneration system means you'll spend less time hunting for restorative items. Make every decision matter. Divisive crew members are just the tip of the iceberg, Commander, because you'll also be tasked with issues of intergalactic diplomacy. And time's a wastin' so don't be afraid to use new prompt-based actions that let you interrupt conversations, even if they could alter the fate of your crew...and the galaxy. Forge new alliances, carefully. You'll fight alongside some of your most trustworthy crew members, but you'll also get the opportunity to recruit new talent. Just choose your new partners with care because the fate of the galaxy rests on your shoulders, Commander.

Week 5 (January 29–31)

20 releases

Which platforms saw the most releases?

PC received 75 new titles in January 2010. The runner up was Wii with 43 new titles.

PC75 releases

Wii43 releases

PlayStation 341 releases

PlayStation Portable41 releases

Nintendo DSi33 releases

Web browser26 releases

Xbox 36021 releases

iOS18 releases

Nintendo DS14 releases

Mac7 releases

What genres were most popular?

Adventure was the dominant genre in January 2010 with 62 titles. Puzzle followed closely with 57.

Adventure62

Puzzle57

Simulator35

Shooter34

Role-playing30

Strategy24

Indie22

Arcade20

Platform19

Sport15

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