Blacksad: Under the Skin vs The Shell Part III: Paradiso
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Blacksad: Under the Skin wins 10 of 13 head-to-head metrics. Blacksad: Under the Skin is R$24.16 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Blacksad: Under the Skin | The Shell Part III: Paradiso |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 61 | 58 |
| Quality | 68 | 76 |
| Value | 78 | 46 |
| Popularity | 30 | 23 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 7.34 | R$ 31.50 |
| Steam Review Score | 83.3% positive | 96.4% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 11 | 6 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Blacksad: Under the Skin
Kinguin Cheapest Key marketplaceR$7.34−85%Buy 
GAMIVO Key marketplaceR$7.42−85%Buy 
Loaded Authorized resellerR$10.29−79%Buy The Shell Part III: Paradiso
Side by side over time
Blacksad: Under the SkinThe Shell Part III: Paradiso
Details and requirements
| Item | Blacksad: Under the Skin | The Shell Part III: Paradiso |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | November 14, 2019 | January 21, 2025 |
| Developers | Pendulo Studios, YS Interactive | Innocent Grey |
| Publishers | Microids | Shiravune |
| Platforms | Windows, MacOs | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | 64-bits Windows 10 | Windows 10 |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i7 (3GHz) or equivalent | Intel Core i series (without CULV) |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 4 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | AMD Radeon RX VEGA 64 / Nvidia GTX 1080 | NVIDIA GeForce 8000 or AMD Radeon HD 2000 + |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 12 | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 30 GB available space | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Blacksad: Under the Skin or The Shell Part III: Paradiso?
Blacksad: Under the Skin won the comparison against The Shell Part III: Paradiso 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 Blacksad: Under the Skin worth buying over The Shell Part III: Paradiso?
Based on the metrics, Blacksad: Under the Skin 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. Blacksad: Under the Skin currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 04:27 PM UTC