Cards of Cthulhu vs Darkblade Ascent
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Darkblade Ascent wins 8 of 12 head-to-head metrics. Cards of Cthulhu is R$32.30 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Cards of Cthulhu | Darkblade Ascent |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Wait for Sale × Wait for Sale | 50 | 47 |
| Quality | 59 | 65 |
| Value | 46 | 47 |
| Popularity | 41 | 22 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 3.49 | R$ 35.79 |
| Steam Review Score | 73.3% positive | 80.2% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 0 | 2 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Cards of Cthulhu
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Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Cards of Cthulhu | Darkblade Ascent |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | October 11, 2016 | October 23, 2025 |
| Developers | Awoker Games | PST Games |
| Publishers | Awoker Games | PST Games |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | — | Windows 10 64 bit |
| Processor (minimum) | — | Intel Core i5-7500 / AMD Ryzen 5 1400 |
| Memory (minimum) | — | 12 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | — | GTX 1060 / R9 390 |
| DirectX (minimum) | — | Version 12 |
| Storage (minimum) | — | 15 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Cards of Cthulhu or Darkblade Ascent?
Darkblade Ascent won the comparison against Cards of Cthulhu 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 Cards of Cthulhu worth buying over Darkblade Ascent?
Based on the metrics, Darkblade Ascent 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. Darkblade Ascent currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 05:14 PM UTC