No revenue estimate for APPLE — its rating/review counts don't calibrate to sales the way Steam's do. The Steam version is estimated at $1.3M — a different platform, not this one.
BURIED STARS
A mystery adventure set at the collapse site of a live survival audition show. Trapped contestants communicate with each other—and the outside world through social media—as they wait for rescue. But as unexpected events unfold, trust begins to crack, and survival becomes far more complicated. Buried Stars is a mystery adventure game from Studio LARGO—the creators of the beloved Korean titles Panic Room and City of Mist—in collaboration with LINE Games. Murder at a Survival Audition Gone Wrong • During a live broadcast of a survival audition show, the studio building suddenly collapses. • Trapped beneath the rubble, the remaining contestants and crew face something even more terrifying: a murder among them. • Who is the culprit? Why did this happen? And how? Striking Visual Presentation with 3D x 2D Harmony • Dynamic 2D character illustrations are blended into detailed 3D environments to create an atmospheric and cinematic visual experience. Immersive Gameplay through Social Media Mechanics • Keep track of real-time public reactions via the in-game “Social Media” and “Timeline.” • These systems not only deepen the immersion but also provide crucial hints to help uncover the truth. Branching Scenarios and Multiple Endings • Your dialogue choices and actions shape the story. • With multiple routes, endings, and hidden stories, each playthrough reveals new truths—and new fates for the survivors. Powerful Soundtrack and Performances • Dive into the emotional intensity of the story with an original soundtrack, environmental sound design, and the gripping main theme, “Be Honest.” Stellar Voice Acting in Korean and Japanese • Featuring passionate performances by seasoned voice talent from both Korea and Japan: • Korean Cast : Park Sungtae, Ryu Seunggon, Nam Dohyoung, Kim Yeonwoo, Kim Haru, Lee Kyoungtae, Lim Yoonsun, and more • Japanese Cast : Tetsuya Kakihara, Takuya Eguchi, Hiro Shimono, Yoko Hikasa, Rina Sato, Soichiro Hoshi, Eri Kitamura, and more REVIEWS ------------ “Buried Stars came out of nowhere but it has become one of my favorite visual novels of this year. The titles’ fantastic presentation paired with the gripping narrative creates a unique experience within the genre.” 95 – Noisy Pixel “Buried Stars will slip under the radar for most people; I implore you to check this wonderful visual novel out, as it’s perhaps one of the best narrative experiences this year. With a relatable and fleshed out cast of characters mixed with simple yet engrossing mystery mechanics, this one deserves your time and attention.” 90 – Gaming Trend “I really enjoyed Buried Stars, but being overwhelmed by how in-depth and involved all of the mechanics were was a frequent occurrence. The presentation was easily my favorite aspect, but it thankfully didn’t do too much heavy lifting on the whole experience...Buried Stars left a very good impression and I’m going to keep my eye out for their future releases” 80 – Nintendo Insider