Night Raider

TSUKUYOMIC · 2024 · $5.99 · Adventure · deal grade B

Measured on 2026-10-05 02:54 UTC. The whole catalog is re-measured daily; a game that just launched can move fast between passes.

• Estimated net residual revenue: $339 to $509 per month
• Opportunity: $551 per month at x1.30 dormancy
• Estimated lifetime owners: 76.6k
• 85% positive across 1976 reviews · 9.7 reviews/month

Why it's flagged

• Developer active, last post 9 months ago
• 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 2026-09-18; the live figures above take precedence over any numbers in it.

Night Raider is a top-down 8-bit zombie shooter with roguelike progression and loot-driven raid loops, launched in 2024 by solo developer TSUKUYOMIC.

This title is a rare quiet success: it has already accrued solid lifetime revenue on a $5.99 price point, maintains a healthy positive review ratio despite low discounting, and shows strong retention among a small but engaged playerbase. The appeal is niche but durable, and the dev is active. For a publisher or acquirer seeking low-maintenance catalog depth or a revival partner willing to fund modest updates and regional marketing (especially in China, where the review base is concentrated), this is worth a close look. Most realistic play: acquisition.

• Risk: Peak concurrent players remain low relative to review volume, suggesting the game has plateaued in organic discovery; growth will require external amplification.
• Risk: No cloud save, workshop, or cards; limited platform integration may constrain appeal to certain player segments and cross-promotion potential.
• Risk: Developer is a one-title studio; succession or contractual clarity around IP ownership should be verified before any deeper commitment.

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