Graveyard Shift

Darkphobia Games · 2023 · $6.99 · Adventure · deal grade B

Measured on 2026-09-26 12:15 UTC, 9 days ago. The whole catalog is re-measured daily; a game that just launched can move fast between passes.

• Estimated net residual revenue: $410 to $614 per month
• Opportunity: $845 per month at x1.65 dormancy
• Estimated lifetime owners: 29.4k
• 75% positive across 782 reviews · 11.7 reviews/month

Why it's flagged

• Developer silent for 23 months
• Studio active elsewhere (4 titles tracked), so this one may welcome a partner
• Store page localized in only 1 language(s)
• Last discounted 0 months ago, 6 sales in the last 12 months
• Proven demand elasticity: x1.6 review velocity during past deep sales

Analyst notes (AI-assisted)

Note written 2026-09-06; the live figures above take precedence over any numbers in it.

A short-form horror adventure set in a cemetery with security-camera puzzle mechanics and minimal narrative progression.

Graveyard Shift sits in a narrow but stable niche: it generates solid monthly residuals from a small, loyal fanbase despite limited engagement and significant technical friction. The title is worth monitoring rather than acquiring outright, since its developer remains active and the 75% positive score reflects genuine appeal to horror enthusiasts willing to tolerate bugs. A publishing or localization refresh could unlock latent upside, but the core mechanics and scope limit ceiling potential. Most realistic play: watch.

• Risk: Players report non-functional camera systems and missing facial animations that undermine immersion and signal incomplete polish.
• Risk: Median session is under 2.5 hours and player retention is thin; the game appears to serve a one-time curiosity rather than a sustained experience.
• Risk: Developer has posted no public updates in 22 months despite the title launching in 2023, suggesting minimal active support.

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