Schedule 1 developer supports official console port as imitation games surface on PlayStation Store

Often when a PC title becomes successful, console gamers are envious. Schedule 1 is a Steam sensation, with the whimsical drug-dealing title racking up massive player counts. To capitalize on its popularity, several PlayStation Store copycats appeared. In response, the Schedule 1 game developer disassociated TVGS from the imitators. On social media, Tyler also hinted that an official console port is possible.

Ironically, Schedule 1 is the target of copyright infringement claims from the Drug Dealer Simulator publisher. Movie Games explained that the case was just in the investigation stage, but that hasn't satisfied angry supporters. While Schedule 1 has a distinct visual style, some PlayStation Store games look identical. In one example, gamers could have mistaken Schedule 1 Syndicate for the original.

PlayStation Store shovelware has become increasingly an issue. Like a Microsoft Flight Simulator-inspired game, these titles use AI-generated artwork to attract attention. The good news for Schedule 1 fans is that the head TVGS developer may be open to a legitimate console port.

Posting on X, Tyler warned players about the PlayStation Store mimics. He also said he would "love to port Schedule 1 to console" but offers no release window. The game lacks controller support on PCs, which is an issue on Nintendo, Sony, and Microsoft systems. Still, considering Drug Dealer Simulator is headed to the Xbox on April 16th, the subject matter shouldn't prevent a wider release.

It's not unusual for early-access titles to remain on Steam long before arriving on consoles. Developers can push out updates and avoid a protracted certification process. Regardless, the Schedule 1 game is evolving rapidly, and soon, Tyler may turn his attention to other platforms.