Drug Dealer Simulator Coming to Xbox Consoles This Month, PlayStation Later

Movie Games has officially announced that Drug Dealer Simulator is launching on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S on April 16, with a PlayStation 5 version also in the works for a future release.

The gritty criminal sim has already seen major success on PC, selling over 1 million copies and generating approximately $16 million in revenue, according to the publisher’s press release.

Strategic Timing Amid Genre Boom

While console ports were teased weeks ago, the timing of this announcement appears calculated. The drug-dealing simulation genre is experiencing a major resurgence thanks to the unexpected breakout success of indie title Schedule 1, which launched into early access on March 24 and quickly peaked at 414,000 concurrent players. Even days later, the game was still drawing 404,000 simultaneous players in the last 24 hours.

With Schedule 1 yet to announce any console plans, Movie Games seems poised to get a first-mover advantage in bringing the genre to consoles—potentially locking down a hungry new audience before their competitor arrives.

A Closer Look at Drug Dealer Simulator

In Drug Dealer Simulator, players take on the role of an ambitious drug dealer climbing the criminal ladder. The goal: build an empire by managing deals, staying ahead of law enforcement, and expanding your influence through smart, risky decisions.

Key features include:

• Receiving smuggled shipments and safely delivering them to your base

• Crafting custom drug recipes for different markets

• Scaling from street-level sales to wholesale deals with local gangs

• Expanding operations with labs, assistants, and advanced equipment

• Evading police and DEA through strategic movement and upgrades

• Battling rival cartels to become independent and dominant

Players can also reinvest profits into luxury purchases like mansions or spend on growing their network by training gang members and enhancing production.

Legal Drama in the Background

This console announcement also comes amid rising legal tensions. Movie Games is reportedly suing Schedule 1 developer Tyler (TVGS), claiming “hundreds of similarities” between the two games. According to local media, the company filed the suit last week and is currently consulting with legal experts regarding potential copyright infringement and unfair competition.