Games Released in August 2014

580 new games released in August 2014, with PC (Microsoft Windows) being the most active platform. August 1 was the busiest day, with 46 new releases.

Top Platform

PC (Microsoft Windows)

New Releases

580

Busiest Day

August 1

Metro 2033 Redux

What was the most popular game of August 2014?

Metro 2033 Redux

Metro 2033 Redux is the definitive version of the cult classic Metro 2033, rebuilt in the latest and greatest iteration of the 4A Engine for Next Gen. Fans of the original game will find the unique world of Metro transformed with incredible lighting, physics and dynamic weather effects. Newcomers will get the chance to experience one of the finest story-driven shooters of all time; an epic adventure combining gripping survival horror, exploration and tactical combat and stealth. All the gameplay improvements and features from the acclaimed sequel Metro: Last Light have been transferred to Metro 2033 Redux – superior AI, controls, animation, weapon handling and many more – to create a thrilling experience for newcomers and veterans alike. With two unique play-styles, and the legendary Ranger Mode included, Metro 2033 Redux offers hours of AAA gameplay for an incredible price.

Which days had the most releases?

August 1 saw the most activity with 46 releases.

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46 releases

August 1

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42 releases

August 7

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42 releases

August 28

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41 releases

August 14

SunMonTueWedThuFriSat

Fri, Aug 1

46 releases

Sat, Aug 2

12 releases

Sun, Aug 3

12 releases

Mon, Aug 4

13 releases

Tue, Aug 5

25 releases

Wed, Aug 6

18 releases

Thu, Aug 7

42 releases

Fri, Aug 8

18 releases

Sat, Aug 9

11 releases

Sun, Aug 10

4 releases

Mon, Aug 11

12 releases

Tue, Aug 12

31 releases

Wed, Aug 13

16 releases

Thu, Aug 14

41 releases

Fri, Aug 15

27 releases

Sat, Aug 16

10 releases

Sun, Aug 17

13 releases

Mon, Aug 18

9 releases

Tue, Aug 19

31 releases

Wed, Aug 20

24 releases

Thu, Aug 21

38 releases

Fri, Aug 22

12 releases

Sat, Aug 23

2 releases

Sun, Aug 24

8 releases

Mon, Aug 25

16 releases

Tue, Aug 26

35 releases

Wed, Aug 27

32 releases

Thu, Aug 28

42 releases

Fri, Aug 29

22 releases

Sat, Aug 30

4 releases

Sun, Aug 31

5 releases

How did each week compare?

The first week of August was the busiest with 168 releases.

Week 4 (August 22–28)

147 releases
Metro 2033 Redux

Most popular release in Week 4

Metro 2033 Redux

Metro 2033 Redux is the definitive version of the cult classic Metro 2033, rebuilt in the latest and greatest iteration of the 4A Engine for Next Gen. Fans of the original game will find the unique world of Metro transformed with incredible lighting, physics and dynamic weather effects. Newcomers will get the chance to experience one of the finest story-driven shooters of all time; an epic adventure combining gripping survival horror, exploration and tactical combat and stealth. All the gameplay improvements and features from the acclaimed sequel Metro: Last Light have been transferred to Metro 2033 Redux – superior AI, controls, animation, weapon handling and many more – to create a thrilling experience for newcomers and veterans alike. With two unique play-styles, and the legendary Ranger Mode included, Metro 2033 Redux offers hours of AAA gameplay for an incredible price.

Week 5 (August 29–31)

31 releases
GoD Factory: Wingmen

Most popular release in Week 5

GoD Factory: Wingmen

GoD Factory: Wingmen is a multiplayer space combat game played through fast-paced and intense 4 vs 4 player matches. This unique blend of competitive multiplayer and tactical space combat will keep you busy and challenged for hundreds of hours. Lead 4 original species to victory in a galactic battle under the silent watch of gigantic GoD defying the laws of physics. Develop and customize powerful gunships and embark on this tactical battle with your friends! Share your gunships, cooperate and experience pure multiplayer greatness where every player's contribution matters. Survive the relentless fire of enemy players through a visually dazzling and frantic space shooter, and ultimately defeat the opponent’s Carrier!

Which platforms saw the most releases?

PC (Microsoft Windows) received 260 new titles in August 2014. The runner up was iOS with 103 new titles.

PC (Microsoft Windows)260 releases
iOS103 releases
Android76 releases
Mac71 releases
PlayStation 455 releases
PlayStation Vita54 releases
PlayStation 347 releases
Linux41 releases
Xbox One33 releases
Wii U33 releases

What genres were most popular?

Adventure was the dominant genre in August 2014 with 171 titles. Indie followed closely with 158.

Adventure171
Indie158
Role-playing92
Strategy91
Puzzle83
Arcade79
Simulator74
Shooter73
Platform71
Visual Novel44
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