Alone in the Dark (2008) vs Darkwood
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Darkwood wins 11 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Alone in the Dark (2008) is $0.95 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Alone in the Dark (2008) | Darkwood |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Skip This × Worth It | 38 | 78 |
| Quality | 49 | 90 |
| Value | 35 | 89 |
| Popularity | 25 | 35 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $1.04 | $1.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 43.7% positive | 94.9% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 0 | 301 |
Where to buy
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Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Alone in the Dark (2008) | Darkwood |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | October 29, 2013 | August 17, 2017 |
| Developers | Eden Games, Hydravision Entertainment | Acid Wizard Studio |
| Publishers | THQ Nordic | Hooded Horse, Acid Wizard Studio |
| Platforms | Windows | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | Windows® XP/Vista 32, 64 bit | Windows® 10 (64-bit) |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel® Core™2 Duo 2.2 GHz | Intel® Core™ i5-2400 (quad-core) / AMD® FX-Series™ FX-4300 (quad-core) |
| Memory (minimum) | 2 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA GeForce 8800 GTS, ATI Radeon HD3850 | NVIDIA® GeForce® GT 660 (2 GB) / AMD® Radeon™ HD 7870 (2 GB) |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 9 GB available space | 10 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Alone in the Dark (2008) or Darkwood?
Darkwood won the comparison against Alone in the Dark (2008) 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 Alone in the Dark (2008) worth buying over Darkwood?
Based on the metrics, Darkwood 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. Darkwood currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 03:01 PM UTC