Afterbeat (Project Arrhythmia) vs Cuphead
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Cuphead wins 10 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Afterbeat (Project Arrhythmia) is $7.27 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Afterbeat (Project Arrhythmia) | Cuphead |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Wait for Sale × Worth It | 50 | 78 |
| Quality | 77 | 94 |
| Value | 37 | 79 |
| Popularity | 28 | 43 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $1.99 | $9.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 95.9% positive | 96.3% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 43 | 1.9K |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Afterbeat (Project Arrhythmia)
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Details and requirements
| Item | Afterbeat (Project Arrhythmia) | Cuphead |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | October 8, 2026 | September 29, 2017 |
| Developers | Vitamin Games | Studio MDHR Entertainment Inc. |
| Publishers | Kwalee, Vitamin Games | Studio MDHR Entertainment Inc. |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10/11 (64-bit) | — |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5-10400F @ 2.90GHz or AMD Ryzen 5 5600 | — |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | — |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 or AMD Radeon RX 6500 XT | — |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 5 GB available space | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Afterbeat (Project Arrhythmia) or Cuphead?
Cuphead won the comparison against Afterbeat (Project Arrhythmia) 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 Afterbeat (Project Arrhythmia) worth buying over Cuphead?
Based on the metrics, Cuphead 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. Cuphead currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 02:40 PM UTC