Murder by Numbers

Mediatonic · 2020 · $14.99 · Adventure · deal grade B

Measured on 2026-09-23 14:25 UTC, 12 days ago. The whole catalog is re-measured daily; a game that just launched can move fast between passes.

• Estimated net residual revenue: $220 to $330 per month
• Opportunity: $522 per month at x1.90 dormancy
• Estimated lifetime owners: 46.1k
• 84% positive across 1690 reviews · 3.4 reviews/month

Why it's flagged

• Developer silent for 6.6 years
• Studio inactive: no public activity across 2 tracked titles
• Store page localized in only 2 language(s)

Analyst notes (AI-assisted)

Note written 2026-09-14; the live figures above take precedence over any numbers in it.

A narrative-driven nonogram puzzle game combining detective fiction with Logic Masters-grade picross design and an exceptional original soundtrack.

Murder by Numbers maintains steady four-figure monthly residuals despite near-total developer silence since mid-2022, suggesting a durable but undermonetized audience. The 84% positive sentiment, high replay engagement (median 34 hours), and international language support point to a title with quiet cultural legs. Best fit: a publishing or licensing partner interested in dormant narrative-puzzle IP with franchise potential, or an acquirer seeking low-risk catalog depth. Most realistic play: publishing.

• Risk: Player reports of save-system and Steam Deck compatibility issues remain unpatched; platform fragmentation may suppress growth.
• Risk: Nonogram genre is niche and trend-sensitive; mainstream appeal ceiling is visible in the modest concurrent player base and no promotions run in 12 months.
• Risk: Mediatonic's parent studio status (Roblox-owned) is dormant; rights clarity and willingness to license or sell may require corporate-level negotiation.

This case as Markdown · Estimates carry ±30-50% error per title.