Games Released in November 2021

1,191 new games debuted in November 2021, with PC being the most active platform. November 11 was the busiest day, with 116 releases. Forza Horizon 5 was the most popular release of the month.

Which days had the most releases?

November 11 saw the most activity with 116 releases.

116 releases

November 11

96 releases

November 5

94 releases

November 19

92 releases

November 4

How did each week compare?

The second week of November was the busiest with 401 releases.

Week 1 (November 1–7)

397 releases

Most popular release in Week 1

Unpacking

Unpacking is a zen puzzle game about the familiar experience of pulling possessions out of boxes and fitting them into a new home. Part block-fitting puzzle, part home decoration, you are invited to create a satisfying living space while learning clues about the life you’re unpacking. Over the course of eight house moves, you are given a chance to experience a sense of intimacy with a character you never see and a story you’re never told.

Week 2 (November 8–14)

401 releases

Most popular release in Week 3

Pokémon Shining Pearl

Revisit the Sinnoh region and the story of the Pokémon Pearl Version game Experience the nostalgic story from the Pokémon Pearl Version game in a reimagined adventure, Pokémon Shining Pearl, now on the Nintendo Switch system! Adventures in the Pokémon Shining Pearl game will take place in the familiar Sinnoh region. Rich in nature and with mighty Mount Coronet at its heart, Sinnoh is a land of many myths passed down through the ages. You’ll choose either Turtwig, Chimchar, or Piplup to be your first partner Pokémon and then set off on your journey to become the Champion of the Pokémon League. Along the way, you’ll be able to encounter the Legendary Pokémon Palkia. Adventure together with the Pokémon that appeared in the Pokémon Pearl Version game. Players of the original games can revisit familiar places and relive familiar scenes, while first time players can enjoy plenty of fun encounters and surprises that the Sinnoh region has to offer. The original story and the scale of the Sinnoh region’s towns and routes have been faithfully reproduced. This remake has also been revitalized with some of the player-friendly features of modern Pokémon games and up-close-and-personal Pokémon battle scenes. Whether you played Pokémon Diamond Version or Pokémon Pearl Version back in the day or you’re encountering these games for the first time, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Week 4 (November 22–28)

287 releases

Most popular release in Week 4

Farming Simulator 22

Take on the role of a modern farmer! Agriculture, animal husbandry and forestry offer a huge variety of farming activities while you face the challenges of the four seasons, especially when winter sets in. Creatively build your own farm and extend your farming operations with production chains, forming an agricultural empire! Even run your farm together with friends and enjoy crossplatform multiplayer together.

Week 5 (November 29–30)

117 releases

Most popular release in Week 5

Clockwork Aquario

Clockwork Aquario was the last arcade game ever developed by the legendary Westone Bit Entertainment in 1992, but was never finished. The game was thought to be lost in time, but Strictly Limited Games set out on the mission to dig deep into video game archeology and save Clockwork Aquario from being lost in time. Beautiful pixel art and vibrant colors with three unique characters: Huck Londo, the daring ghost hunter, Elle Moon, the brave adventuress and Gush, the warmhearted giant robot.

Which platforms saw the most releases?

PC received 1,031 new titles in November 2021. The runner up was Nintendo Switch with 185 new titles.

PC1,031 releases

Nintendo Switch185 releases

Mac139 releases

Android120 releases

PlayStation 4112 releases

Linux92 releases

Xbox One92 releases

iOS91 releases

PlayStation 562 releases

Xbox Series X|S62 releases

What genres were most popular?

Indie was the dominant genre in November 2021 with 891 titles. Adventure followed closely with 596.

Indie891

Adventure596

Simulator314

Strategy261

Puzzle198

Role-playing198

Arcade177

Platform134

Shooter125

Visual Novel99

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