Bendy and the Dark Revival vs Shadwen
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Bendy and the Dark Revival wins 9 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Shadwen is $0.13 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Bendy and the Dark Revival | Shadwen |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Maybe | 74 | 66 |
| Quality | 84 | 65 |
| Value | 79 | 79 |
| Popularity | 34 | 49 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $1.71 | $1.58 |
| Steam Review Score | 92.4% positive | 77.5% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 103 | 0 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Bendy and the Dark Revival
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Bendy and the Dark Revival | Shadwen |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | November 15, 2022 | May 17, 2016 |
| Developers | Joey Drew Studios | Frozenbyte |
| Publishers | Joey Drew Studios | Frozenbyte |
| Platforms | Windows | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 (64 bit) | (64 bit / 32 bit *) Windows 10 / 8 / 7 / Vista |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | 8GB VRAM GeForce RTX 2080, AMD Radeon VII | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 560 2GB / Radeon HD 6850 2GB |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 12 | Version 10 |
| Storage (minimum) | 15 GB available space | 6 GB available space |
| Processor (minimum) | — | Intel quad-core 2.0 GHz or dual-core 2.6 GHz |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Bendy and the Dark Revival or Shadwen?
Bendy and the Dark Revival won the comparison against Shadwen 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 Bendy and the Dark Revival worth buying over Shadwen?
Based on the metrics, Bendy and the Dark Revival 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. Too close to call currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 02:07 PM UTC