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HARDCORE MECHA

RocketPunch Games · 2019 · $19.99 · Action · deal grade D

Measured on 2026-10-04 21:19 UTC. The whole catalog is re-measured daily; a game that just launched can move fast between passes.

  • Estimated net residual revenue: $223 to $335 per month
  • Opportunity: $279 per month at x1.00 dormancy
  • Estimated lifetime owners: 93.2k
  • 83% positive across 2689 reviews · 2.6 reviews/month

Why it's flagged

  • Developer active, last post 3 months ago
  • Last discounted 0 months ago, 6 sales in the last 12 months
  • Proven demand elasticity: x1.5 review velocity during past deep sales

Analyst notes (AI-assisted)

Note written 2026-09-20; the live figures above take precedence over any numbers in it.

A 2019 action game centered on customizable mecha combat with arcade-style gameplay and mod support.

Hardcore Mecha maintains a lean but steady monthly revenue stream of around $279/mo with solid player sentiment (83% positive) and minimal marketing spend. The title shows evergreen appeal in a niche genre where competition is sparse, though its single-studio pedigree and four-year quiet period suggest limited capacity for growth without external support. Most relevant for publishers seeking low-maintenance catalog depth or for a revival partner willing to invest in new content or a sequel. Most realistic play: publishing.

  • Risk: No discount activity in 12 months despite elasticity of -1 suggests pricing may be at a ceiling or the studio lacks promotional bandwidth.
  • Risk: Median playtime of 7.5 hours indicates relatively short campaign; retention (40% still playing) is respectable but player counts are negligible.
  • Risk: Single-studio operation with only one published title; limited track record for multi-project oversight or post-launch support at scale.

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