Games Released in March 2020

949 new games debuted in March 2020, with PC being the most active platform. March 31 was the busiest day, with 77 releases. Ori and the Will of the Wisps was the most popular release of the month.

Which days had the most releases?

March 31 saw the most activity with 77 releases.

77 releases

March 31

75 releases

March 19

69 releases

March 26

65 releases

March 20

How did each week compare?

The third week of March was the busiest with 304 releases.

Week 1 (March 1–7)

279 releases

Most popular release in Week 1

Black Mesa

Black Mesa is a re-envisioning of Valve Software's classic science fiction first person shooter, Half-Life. Powered by Source Engine, You will re-visit the inaugural role of Gordon Freeman and his memorable journey through the Black Mesa Research Facility. Expect detailed environments to explore, a huge cast of characters and experimental weaponry. All-new music, voice acting, choreography and added dialogue give way to a more expansive and immersive experience than ever before.

Week 2 (March 8–14)

275 releases

Most popular release in Week 2

Ori and the Will of the Wisps

Ori and the Will of the Wisps is a platform-adventure game that combines exploration, traversal, and combat within an interconnected world. Designed in a Metroidvania style, it focuses on navigating varied environments, uncovering hidden areas, and acquiring abilities that expand movement and progression options. The game features a system of upgrades and spirit-based skills that support different playstyles, along with environmental challenges and encounters that require timing and precision. Its presentation emphasizes detailed animation and a cohesive audiovisual design that supports both exploration and gameplay.

Week 3 (March 15–21)

304 releases

Most popular release in Week 3

Doom Eternal

Doom Eternal is a first-person shooter developed by id Software and the sequel to Doom (2016). Players control the Doom Slayer as he fights to end a demonic invasion of Earth. Combat is built around aggressive resource management, where health, armor, and ammo are gained by executing, igniting, or chainsawing enemies. The game introduces platforming segments, destructible enemy weak points, an expanded weapon arsenal, and a multiplayer mode called Battlemode, where one player-controlled Slayer fights two player-controlled demons.

Week 4 (March 22–28)

290 releases

Most popular release in Week 4

Half-Life: Alyx

Half-Life: Alyx is Valve’s VR return to the Half-Life series. It’s the story of an impossible fight against a vicious alien race known as the Combine, set between the events of Half-Life and Half-Life 2. Alyx Vance and her father Eli mount an early resistance to the Combine's brutal occupation of Earth.

Week 5 (March 29–31)

142 releases

Most popular release in Week 5

Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord

Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord is the eagerly awaited sequel to the acclaimed medieval combat simulator and role-playing game Mount & Blade: Warband. Set 200 years before, it expands both the detailed fighting system and the world of Calradia. Bombard mountain fastnesses with siege engines, establish secret criminal empires in the back alleys of cities, or charge into the thick of chaotic battles in your quest for power.

Which platforms saw the most releases?

PC received 777 new titles in March 2020. The runner up was Nintendo Switch with 156 new titles.

PC777 releases

Nintendo Switch156 releases

Mac123 releases

Android120 releases

iOS90 releases

Linux80 releases

PlayStation 478 releases

Web browser59 releases

Xbox One54 releases

SteamVR19 releases

What genres were most popular?

Indie was the dominant genre in March 2020 with 714 titles. Adventure followed closely with 473.

Indie714

Adventure473

Simulator242

Strategy215

Puzzle206

Role-playing197

Arcade137

Shooter108

Platform106

Visual Novel80

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