Cat in the Box vs The Crooked Man
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
The Crooked Man wins 6 of 12 head-to-head metrics. The Crooked Man is $4.00 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Cat in the Box | The Crooked Man |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Wait for Sale × Wait for Sale | 51 | 51 |
| Quality | 75 | 74 |
| Value | 44 | 46 |
| Popularity | 26 | 25 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $6.99 | $2.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 93.9% positive | 92.9% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 2 | 4 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Cat in the Box
The Crooked Man
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Cat in the Box | The Crooked Man |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | May 1, 2020 | January 16, 2018 |
| Developers | Gustav | Uri Games |
| Publishers | Gustav | PLAYISM |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Cat in the Box or The Crooked Man?
The Crooked Man won the comparison against Cat in the Box 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 Cat in the Box worth buying over The Crooked Man?
Based on the metrics, The Crooked Man 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. The Crooked Man currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 02:38 PM UTC