Vampire: The Masquerade - Reckoning of New York

Draw Distance · 2024 · $19.99 · Indie · deal grade B

Measured on 2026-10-04 10:22 UTC. The whole catalog is re-measured daily; a game that just launched can move fast between passes.

Estimated net residual revenue: $649 to $974 per month
Opportunity: $1.1k per month at x1.30 dormancy
Estimated lifetime owners: 13.9k
67% positive across 376 reviews · 5.6 reviews/month

Why it's flagged

Developer active, last post 4 months ago
Studio active elsewhere (4 titles tracked), so this one may welcome a partner
Store page localized in only 2 language(s)
Last discounted 0 months ago, 11 sales in the last 12 months

Analyst notes (AI-assisted)

Note written 2026-09-04; the live figures above take precedence over any numbers in it.

Vampire: The Masquerade - Reckoning of New York is a narrative-driven RPG set in the World of Darkness franchise, released in 2024 by Draw Distance under Dear Villains.

This licensed third entry in the VTM video game series carries solid residual revenue and loyal core engagement, but recent reviews show meaningful sentiment decay versus launch. The title addresses a persistent fan base (nearly 73% still active), yet struggles against franchise expectations set by its acclaimed predecessor. Acquisition makes sense only if the buyer holds or can secure the Reckoning license; revival campaigns should prioritize Brazilian localization (largest non-English review cohort, 19% untranslated) and direct community dialogue on character and tone concerns. Most realistic play: licensing.

Risk: Reckoning operates under Paradox Interactive's World of Darkness IP; any post-acquisition support or sequel requires rights renewal or renegotiation.
Risk: Sentiment has declined 12.5 points since launch, with recent reviews skewing 54% positive versus 66% lifetime; players cite art direction and protagonist voice as departure from prior entries.
Risk: Current engagement is minimal (2 players online now, 7 peak in last 30 days) despite mid-sized owner base, suggesting low session stickiness or niche appeal.

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