"Schedule I Surges Past GTA 5, Monster Hunter Wilds in Steam Sales"

If you've been keeping tabs on platforms like Steam, Twitch, or gaming YouTube recently, chances are you've stumbled upon Schedule I—a gritty indie drug dealer simulator that has taken the gaming world by storm. This unexpected hit is now the highest-grossing game on Valve’s platform, surpassing popular titles like Monster Hunter Wilds, GTA 5, and Marvel Rivals after gaining massive traction across social media.

Launched just last week, Schedule I rocketed up Valve’s sales and player count charts. According to its official description, players step into the shoes of a small-time drug dealer and work their way up to become the ultimate crime lord in the grimy city of Hyland Point. The game allows users to expand their criminal empire through properties, businesses, employees, and more.

Developed and published by TVGS, or Tyler himself, the creator recently shared his thoughts on Reddit about the game's meteoric rise.

“Honestly, it’s incredible but also quite overwhelming,” Tyler stated. “I never anticipated this kind of reaction! Right now, I’m focusing on releasing patches as fast as possible while also planning future content updates once major bugs are resolved.”

In line with this commitment, Schedule I’s Post-launch Patch #4 dropped on March 29, addressing several employee-related glitches and multiplayer problems.

The community seems to adore it, too. With an overwhelmingly positive user review rating on Steam, 98% of reviews are currently positive. Here are some highlights from player feedback:

• "A woman approached me asking for weed, wasn’t happy with my price, then stabbed me with a broken bottle. 10/10."
• "Absolutely love this game."
• "Dealing drugs out of an RV and watching it explode was hilarious."
• "Set up a motel and sold some weed."
• "Built a thriving meth empire."
• "Superb and funny gameplay. Love the loops and especially when playing with friends. Although I’d prefer slightly more active police presence (searches, chases, etc.) and larger maps. Even in its current state, it’s fantastic—definitely a 10/10."

Clearly, Schedule I is riding the wave of internet culture, but its creator doesn’t seem to mind. With significant updates already in the pipeline, Tyler’s life—and the landscape of indie gaming—is undoubtedly changing forever. If you’re diving into Schedule I, don’t forget to explore IGN’s cheat guides and multiplayer tips to enhance your experience further.