Jaden Williams' The Stalking Stairs

Jaden Williams · 2026 · $2.99 · Action · deal grade B

Measured on 2026-10-04 10:21 UTC. The whole catalog is re-measured daily; a game that just launched can move fast between passes.

• Estimated net residual revenue: $229 to $343 per month
• Opportunity: $372 per month at x1.30 dormancy
• Estimated lifetime owners: 13.8k
• 89% positive across 362 reviews · 11.4 reviews/month

Why it's flagged

• Developer active, last post 8 months ago
• Store page localized in only 1 language(s)
• Last discounted 3 months ago, 3 sales in the last 12 months

Analyst notes (AI-assisted)

Note written 2026-09-16; the live figures above take precedence over any numbers in it.

A short, stylish indie horror game with retro PSX aesthetics and strong voice acting by solo developer Jaden Williams.

The Stalking Stairs is a quiet performer with exceptional review sentiment (89% positive) and solid residual monthly revenue despite minimal player base. The game's brevity, tight design, and cultured voice work suggest strong indie credibility and word-of-mouth potential. Most interesting for publishers seeking catalog depth in the horror space or small studios evaluating IP acquisition from a solo creator whose next project may command more attention. Most realistic play: publishing.

• Risk: Peak concurrency is negligible (2 players in last 30 days) and median session is 0.65 hours; limited viral or streaming appeal beyond niche horror audiences.
• Risk: Single-language localization and no cloud save, cards, or workshop support may limit discoverability and platform engagement compared to peer titles.
• Risk: Developer has posted once in the last year and builds suggest a one-off project; no clear pipeline for sequel, expansion, or long-term support.

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