A Hat in Time vs SpongeBob SquarePants: The Cosmic Shake
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
A Hat in Time wins 8 of 15 head-to-head metrics. SpongeBob SquarePants: The Cosmic Shake is R$25.71 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | A Hat in Time | SpongeBob SquarePants: The Cosmic Shake |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Maybe | 75 | 63 |
| Quality | 91 | 74 |
| Value | 68 | 75 |
| Popularity | 37 | 28 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 53.61 | R$ 27.90 |
| Steam Review Score | 98% positive | 92.4% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 140 | 32 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
A Hat in Time
Kinguin Cheapest Key marketplaceR$53.61−40%Buy 
GAMIVO Key marketplaceR$54.54−39%Buy 
Loaded Authorized resellerR$61.99−30%Buy SpongeBob SquarePants: The Cosmic Shake
GAMIVO Cheapest Key marketplaceR$27.90−74%Buy Kinguin Key marketplaceR$29.08−73%Buy Loaded Authorized resellerR$37.89−65%Buy Side by side over time
A Hat in TimeSpongeBob SquarePants: The Cosmic Shake
Details and requirements
| Item | A Hat in Time | SpongeBob SquarePants: The Cosmic Shake |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | October 5, 2017 | January 31, 2023 |
| Developers | Gears for Breakfast | Purple Lamp |
| Publishers | Gears for Breakfast | THQ Nordic |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 7 / Windows 8 / Windows 10 64-bit only | Windows 10/11 |
| Processor (minimum) | 3.5 GHz processor | AMD FX 6300 / Intel Core i5-3570K |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 9.0c | Version 11 |
| Storage (minimum) | 8 GB available space | 10 GB available space |
| Graphics (minimum) | — | Radeon R9 380 / Nvidia GTX 1050 Ti |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: A Hat in Time or SpongeBob SquarePants: The Cosmic Shake?
A Hat in Time won the comparison against SpongeBob SquarePants: The Cosmic Shake based on the head-to-head metric breakdown. Check the metrics table above for a full side-by-side analysis.
How is the comparison calculated?
The comparison winner is determined objectively by counting which game wins more individual metrics in the head-to-head table. No weighting is applied. The GameValio Recommendation shown separately is our own suggestion for each game, based on a weighted score that combines quality (reviews), popularity (player counts), and affordability (price vs value) into a score out of 100. These are two different things: the comparison is objective, the recommendation is GameValio's opinion.
Is A Hat in Time worth buying over SpongeBob SquarePants: The Cosmic Shake?
Based on the metrics, A Hat in Time won the direct comparison. However, also check the GameValio Recommendation for each game and the price comparison table to make the most informed purchase decision.
Which game has better player reviews?
Review score trends and volume over time are shown in the charts section above. The game with consistently higher positive ratios has stronger community reception.
Which game offers better value for money?
The affordability score and price comparison table above highlight the best deals. SpongeBob SquarePants: The Cosmic Shake currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 04:10 PM UTC