Noctis, an open-source music player for local libraries

Noctis is an open-source music player app designed for people who keep their music collection stored locally on their device, rather than streaming from services like Spotify or Apple Music. It supports both mobile and desktop platforms, focuses on playing files the user already owns (MP3, FLAC, etc.), and gives users full control over their library without ads, subscriptions, or data tracking. The project is part of a broader resurgence of local-first software, where users prioritize ownership and privacy over convenience. For context: most mainstream music apps now require an internet connection and a paid subscription to listen to anything beyond a free tier, and they cannot play local files without workarounds.