While farm simulators continue to attract a large audience on Steam, a new kid on the block is preparing to overturn everything. Scheduled to be released for free in 2026, Drug Schedule dares an unexpected mix: the agricultural world and the codes of Grand Theft Auto. Developed by CrimsonRoute Games, this game with a concept as confusing as it is irresistible promises a dive into the world of organized crime… sandbox style.
Its synopsis immediately sets the tone. “Build your empire! Manufacture illegal drugs, expand your cartel, and outsmart your rivals and law enforcement. Play solo or cooperatively to dominate the criminal underworld! Your empire, your rules. Rise to power! But don’t let your own success get intoxicated!”
A farm management game… illegal version
Unlike classics of the genre like Stardew Valley Or Farming Simulatorhere there is no question of tomatoes or dairy cows. It all starts in an empty room with a disposable phone and dreams of criminal ascension. “Like many other farming simulation games, you’ll start from nothing, in an empty room with a disposable phone and overflowing ambition.”
The gameplay is based on an elaborate crafting system: you will have to design different types of drugs, manage your stock, sell your products and above all… avoid getting arrested. The game incorporates a GTA-style “heat level”, with rival gangs and police interventions. It’s a clever mix of strategy, survival and risk management.
4-player criminal co-op
Great novelty compared to its predecessor, Schedule 1, Drug Schedule will offer an online cooperative mode for up to 4 players upon its release. You will be able to share your labs, your profits and your hard hits with your friends.
Solo or in a team, the game is as narrative as it is evolving. Solo, you progress at your own pace. In co-op, coordination will be key: whose chemistry? Who is the negotiation for? Whose hideout is it?
A free game that wants to unite a community
One of the major assets of Drug Scheduleit’s free. “When released in 2026, DRUG Schedule will be free”. A strategic choice that could strongly contribute to building a loyal community, as was the case for Schedule 1still updated today.
In a market saturated with serious simulations, Drug Schedule wants to stand out with its irreverent tone, its deep gameplay, and its unapologetic black humor. A risky bet, but clearly accepted.
A Steam curiosity to follow closely
Announced discreetly but already widely commented on on the forums, Drug Schedule could become one of the indie sensations of the year. Between its free-to-play format, its absurd universe and its promise of explosive cooperation, it ticks all the boxes for viral success.
The exact release date has not yet been revealed, but one thing is certain: this mix between breaking Bad And Harvest Moon will not leave anyone indifferent.