Ctrl Alt Ego vs Shadows of Doubt
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Ctrl Alt Ego wins 6 of 12 head-to-head metrics. Ctrl Alt Ego is $5.93 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Ctrl Alt Ego | Shadows of Doubt |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 64 | 63 |
| Quality | 73 | 68 |
| Value | 84 | 69 |
| Popularity | 23 | 34 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $0.88 | $6.46 |
| Steam Review Score | 92.3% positive | 82.4% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 2 | 219 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Ctrl Alt Ego | Shadows of Doubt |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | July 22, 2022 | September 26, 2024 |
| Developers | MindThunk | ColePowered Games |
| Publishers | MindThunk | Fireshine Games |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10+ | Windows 11 or newer |
| Processor (minimum) | x86, x64 | Intel 9th Gen i5 or AMD Ryzen 5 3500 |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | Nvidia GTX 1070+ | Nvidia GTX 3060 or Radeon RX 5700 XT |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | Version 11 |
| Storage (minimum) | 18 GB available space | 4 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Ctrl Alt Ego or Shadows of Doubt?
Ctrl Alt Ego won the comparison against Shadows of Doubt 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 Ctrl Alt Ego worth buying over Shadows of Doubt?
Based on the metrics, Ctrl Alt Ego 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. Ctrl Alt Ego currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 05:47 PM UTC