Nocturnals

Cowboy Toad Games · 2024 · $7.99 · Adventure · deal grade B

Measured on 2026-09-23 16:41 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: $627 to $940 per month
• Opportunity: $1.3k per month at x1.65 dormancy
• Estimated lifetime owners: 36.0k
• 86% positive across 939 reviews · 13.4 reviews/month

Why it's flagged

• Developer silent for 13 months
• Studio quiet across its whole catalog
• Store page localized in only 1 language(s)

Analyst notes (AI-assisted)

Note written 2026-09-05; the live figures above take precedence over any numbers in it.

A 2024 post-apocalyptic narrative adventure by a solo developer with LGBTQ+ themes, multiple endings, and a devoted but small player base.

Nocturnals has stabilized at low but consistent residuals with exceptionally strong sentiment among its core audience (86% positive). The title punches above its weight in player attachment and emotional resonance, though its brevity (median 3.8 hours) has depressed mainstream reach and volume. It represents a micro-scale but defensible evergreen asset; the developer's stated sequel roadmap and one-person operational footprint make this a candidate for publishing support or licensing partnership rather than acquisition. Most realistic play: publishing.

• Risk: Niche appeal and short playtime limit discoverability and conversion; no discount campaigns in 12 months suggests pricing or marketing constraints.
• Risk: Solo developer dependency and 11.9 months since last public communication create continuity risk if sequel stalls or developer priorities shift.
• Risk: Reported bug affecting ending branches and lack of cloud save, trading cards, or workshop support may signal limited post-launch QA investment.

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