Botanicula vs Broken Sword - Shadow of the Templars: Reforged
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Botanicula wins 10 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Botanicula is R$17.77 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Botanicula | Broken Sword - Shadow of the Templars: Reforged |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Maybe | 70 | 67 |
| Quality | 90 | 90 |
| Value | 81 | 63 |
| Popularity | 30 | 24 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 7.75 | R$ 25.52 |
| Steam Review Score | 95.3% positive | 93.9% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 9 | 16 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Botanicula
Kinguin Cheapest Key marketplaceR$7.75−86%Buy 
GAMIVO Key marketplaceR$8.57−84%Buy 
Nuuvem Authorized resellerR$54.99Buy Broken Sword - Shadow of the Templars: Reforged
Kinguin Cheapest Key marketplaceR$25.52−36%Buy 
Loaded Authorized resellerR$27.49−31%Buy Nuuvem Authorized resellerR$39.99Buy Side by side over time
BotaniculaBroken Sword - Shadow of the Templars: Reforged
Details and requirements
| Item | Botanicula | Broken Sword - Shadow of the Templars: Reforged |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | May 7, 2012 | September 19, 2024 |
| Developers | Amanita Design | Revolution Software Ltd |
| Publishers | Amanita Design | Revolution Software Ltd |
| Platforms | Windows, MacOs | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Botanicula or Broken Sword - Shadow of the Templars: Reforged?
Botanicula won the comparison against Broken Sword - Shadow of the Templars: Reforged 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 Botanicula worth buying over Broken Sword - Shadow of the Templars: Reforged?
Based on the metrics, Botanicula 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. Botanicula currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 02:49 PM UTC