Amnesia: The Dark Descent vs PATHOGEN X
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Amnesia: The Dark Descent wins 12 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Amnesia: The Dark Descent is $4.34 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Amnesia: The Dark Descent | PATHOGEN X |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Wait for Sale | 72 | 54 |
| Quality | 92 | 64 |
| Value | 68 | 52 |
| Popularity | 35 | 39 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $3.99 | $8.33 |
| Steam Review Score | 95.5% positive | 81.5% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 52 | 0 |
Where to buy
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Details and requirements
| Item | Amnesia: The Dark Descent | PATHOGEN X |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | September 8, 2010 | July 21, 2024 |
| Developers | Frictional Games | BraveCat'Studios |
| Publishers | Frictional Games | BraveCat'Studios |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | — | Windows 11 |
| Processor (minimum) | — | ryzen 7 2700 |
| Memory (minimum) | — | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | — | Nvidia rtx 2070 |
| DirectX (minimum) | — | Version 12 |
| Storage (minimum) | — | 15 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Amnesia: The Dark Descent or PATHOGEN X?
Amnesia: The Dark Descent won the comparison against PATHOGEN X 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 Amnesia: The Dark Descent worth buying over PATHOGEN X?
Based on the metrics, Amnesia: The Dark Descent 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. Amnesia: The Dark Descent currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 03:17 PM UTC