Candleman: The Complete Journey vs INSIDE
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
INSIDE wins 9 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Candleman: The Complete Journey is $2.82 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Candleman: The Complete Journey | INSIDE |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 54 | 67 |
| Quality | 85 | 94 |
| Value | 43 | 51 |
| Popularity | 25 | 39 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $14.99 | $17.81 |
| Steam Review Score | 91.8% positive | 97.1% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 1 | 92 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Candleman: The Complete Journey | INSIDE |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | January 31, 2018 | July 7, 2016 |
| Developers | Candleman Games | Playdead |
| Publishers | Candleman Games | Playdead |
| Platforms | Windows, MacOs | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 7/8/10，64-bit | Windows 10 or later (64-bit OS required) |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel CPU Core i7 | Intel i7 920 @ 2.7 GHz, AMD Phenom II 945 @ 3.0 GHz |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | Nvidia GPU GeForce GTX750 | NVIDIA GTX 660, Radeon R9-270 |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | Version 11 |
| Storage (minimum) | 4 GB available space | 3 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Candleman: The Complete Journey or INSIDE?
INSIDE won the comparison against Candleman: The Complete Journey 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 Candleman: The Complete Journey worth buying over INSIDE?
Based on the metrics, INSIDE 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. INSIDE currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 05:17 PM UTC