Chicory: A Colorful Tale vs The Endless Empty
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Chicory: A Colorful Tale wins 13 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Chicory: A Colorful Tale is $0.30 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Chicory: A Colorful Tale | The Endless Empty |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Maybe | 70 | 56 |
| Quality | 95 | 76 |
| Value | 76 | 46 |
| Popularity | 29 | 40 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $3.69 | $3.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 97.4% positive | 97.1% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 11 | 0 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Chicory: A Colorful Tale
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Details and requirements
| Item | Chicory: A Colorful Tale | The Endless Empty |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | June 10, 2021 | November 3, 2018 |
| Developers | Wishes Ultd., Greg Lobanov | Erik Sheader-Smith, Equation Feeder Games |
| Publishers | Finji | Erik Sheader-Smith, Equation Feeder Games |
| Platforms | Windows, MacOs | Windows |
| Processor (minimum) | We strongly recommend you use a computer rather than a toaster | Intel Pentium 4 2.0 GHz |
| OS (minimum) | — | Windows Xp / Vista / 7 |
| Memory (minimum) | — | 512 MB RAM |
| Storage (minimum) | — | 880 MB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Chicory: A Colorful Tale or The Endless Empty?
Chicory: A Colorful Tale won the comparison against The Endless Empty 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 Chicory: A Colorful Tale worth buying over The Endless Empty?
Based on the metrics, Chicory: A Colorful Tale 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. Chicory: A Colorful Tale currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 12:33 PM UTC