Back：Fade vs The Test: Hypothesis Rising
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
The Test: Hypothesis Rising wins 8 of 13 head-to-head metrics. The Test: Hypothesis Rising is $0.99 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Back：Fade | The Test: Hypothesis Rising |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Wait for Sale × Maybe | 49 | 62 |
| Quality | 61 | 78 |
| Value | 44 | 47 |
| Popularity | 37 | 60 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $2.97 | $1.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 77.6% positive | 97.5% positive |
Where to buy
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The Test: Hypothesis Rising
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Details and requirements
| Item | Back：Fade | The Test: Hypothesis Rising |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | April 30, 2025 | April 27, 2020 |
| Developers | MYSTERY CROWN | Randumb Studios |
| Publishers | MYSTERY CROWN | Randumb Studios |
| Platforms | Windows, MacOs | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10/Windows 11 | — |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5 or AMD equivalent or above | — |
| Memory (minimum) | 4 GB RAM | — |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 10 GB available space | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Back：Fade or The Test: Hypothesis Rising?
The Test: Hypothesis Rising won the comparison against Back：Fade 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 Back：Fade worth buying over The Test: Hypothesis Rising?
Based on the metrics, The Test: Hypothesis Rising 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. The Test: Hypothesis Rising currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 05:24 PM UTC