Hi, so in 2022 I released two games:
They're also on itch.io, but have only sold 6 and 8 copies respectfully. I think by the end of the year I will crack $16,000 total. So after Steams cut, production costs, taxes, transfer fees, etc. I will have probably made about £7,500 (~6.5 months rent)
I should also acknowledge I am in a privileged position here, too. Neither of these games would have done as well without the amazing art and, outside of some same-face sprites and basic boxes, I did not do any of that. It was done by my industry friends at far below market rate.
Also, speaking of talented artists, here are Sam and my OC's I commissioned from まっさかさま to celebrate SOKOBOT shipping!
I am proud of both games, but admit they are kind of niche in their own way and could be improved. SOKOBOT has interface issues and the second area is really weak compared to the rest - which is where a lot of people stop.
It also had some launch issues, by which I mean when I hit the launch button, Steam deleted the store page and erased all trace of it and I was stuck waiting for support to fix it for 8 hours. (Probably launch your game during Valve office hours...)