Star Traders: Frontiers

Trese Brothers · 2018 · $14.99 · RPG · deal grade B

Measured on 2026-10-02 22:35 UTC, 3 days ago. The whole catalog is re-measured daily; a game that just launched can move fast between passes.

• Estimated net residual revenue: $745 to $1.1k per month
• Opportunity: $1.2k per month at x1.30 dormancy
• Estimated lifetime owners: 184.0k
• 83% positive across 3816 reviews · 11.6 reviews/month

Why it's flagged

• Developer active, last post 3 months ago
• Studio active elsewhere (3 titles tracked), so this one may welcome a partner
• Store page localized in only 1 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.

A deep, turn-based space RPG with crew management and procedural missions that rewards long-term engagement and tactical planning.

Star Traders: Frontiers is a quiet earner with exceptional retention metrics: median playtime near 92 hours, 83% positive sentiment, and a core that returns monthly. The title demonstrates the durable economics of indie RPGs that prioritize systems depth over graphics. This is acquisition-worthy for publishers seeking stable catalog additions with modest but consistent residuals, though the steep learning curve limits mainstream appeal and growth potential. Most realistic play: acquisition.

• Risk: Niche appeal and documented UI/onboarding friction prevent mainstream breakthrough; audience ceiling appears fixed near current engagement levels.
• Risk: Solo indie studio with two titles total; bus factor and long-term support continuity should factor into M&A diligence.
• Risk: No cloud save support and limited localization (1 language, 9% gap to Russian) constrain growth in high-value regions.

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