Call of Cthulhu® vs Mists of Aiden
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Call of Cthulhu® wins 10 of 13 head-to-head metrics. Call of Cthulhu® is $4.96 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Call of Cthulhu® | Mists of Aiden |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 61 | 58 |
| Quality | 66 | 72 |
| Value | 76 | 50 |
| Popularity | 33 | 48 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $2.03 | $6.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 79% positive | 90.6% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 30 | 0 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
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Details and requirements
| Item | Call of Cthulhu® | Mists of Aiden |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | October 29, 2018 | November 10, 2020 |
| Developers | Cyanide Studio | Steppe Hare Studio |
| Publishers | Focus Entertainment | Steppe Hare Studio |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 7/8/10 (64 bits) | — |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i7-3820 (3.6 GHz)/AMD FX-8370 (4.0 GHz) | — |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | — |
| Graphics (minimum) | 4 GB, GeForce GTX 970/Radeon R9 390 | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 13 GB available space | — |
| Additional Notes (minimum) | INTERNET CONNECTION REQUIRED FOR GAME ACTIVATION | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Call of Cthulhu® or Mists of Aiden?
Call of Cthulhu® won the comparison against Mists of Aiden 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 Call of Cthulhu® worth buying over Mists of Aiden?
Based on the metrics, Call of Cthulhu® 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. Call of Cthulhu® currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 05:25 PM UTC