In a twist of events, Schedule I, an indie dope pushing simulator, finds itself at the center of a copyright infringement controversy, but it's the accuser, Movie Games S.A., who is feeling the heat from fans. Dive into the details of the copyright accusation against Schedule I and discover what's in store with its upcoming update.
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Schedule I’s Copyright Infringement Accuser Gets Review Bombed on Steam
Movie Games S.A., the developers behind The Drug Dealer Simulator series, have accused Schedule I of copyright infringement. According to a report by the Polish Press Agency on April 3, Movie Games S.A. completed a legal review and alleges that Schedule I infringed on their intellectual property by mimicking their game's plot, mechanics, and user interface.
Although no official verdict has been announced, the gaming community has taken sides, and it appears that Schedule I enjoys stronger support. In response, The Drug Dealer Simulator and Drug Dealer Simulator 2 have been bombarded with negative reviews on Steam, now categorized as "Overwhelmingly Negative" and "Mostly Negative" respectively.
The backlash primarily focuses on accusations of Movie Games S.A. bullying the indie developer and their perceived hypocrisy, especially since similar titles were not challenged until Schedule I's debut. This response has occurred despite the Drug Dealer Simulator series being celebrated as one of the top criminal management games by various media and fans.
Schedule I is a fresh co-op crime simulation game where players begin as minor dope pushers and climb the ranks to become kingpins. Launched in Early Access on PC on March 25, it has garnered "Overwhelmingly Positive" reviews on Steam. The game currently ranks as the 2nd top-selling title on Steam, surpassing notable games like inZOI, Monster Hunter Wilds, and the indie hit R.E.P.O. According to SteamDB, Schedule I has reached an all-time peak of 459,075 concurrent players.
At Game8, we found Schedule I to be a surprisingly addictive and rewarding experience, earning it the nickname "Breaking Bad" simulator. For a deeper dive into our impressions of Schedule I’s Early Access release, check out our detailed article below!
