Curious Expedition vs FORWARD: Escape the Fold - Ultimate Edition
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Green Man GamingCurious Expedition wins 13 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Curious Expedition is R$1.69 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Curious Expedition | FORWARD: Escape the Fold - Ultimate Edition |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Wait for Sale | 64 | 48 |
| Quality | 84 | 69 |
| Value | 51 | 44 |
| Popularity | 29 | 23 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 19.00 | R$ 20.69 |
| Steam Review Score | 91.3% positive | 85.7% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 21 | 1 |
Where to buy
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Details and requirements
| Item | Curious Expedition | FORWARD: Escape the Fold - Ultimate Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | September 2, 2016 | March 29, 2022 |
| Developers | Maschinen-Mensch | Two Tiny Dice |
| Publishers | Maschinen-Mensch, Saftladen Berlin | Indie Asylum |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | — | Windows 8 |
| Processor (minimum) | — | Intel Pentium 4 1.4GHz / AMD Sempron 2200+ |
| Memory (minimum) | — | 1 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | — | AMD Radeon 8500 Series 64MB or NVIDIA GeForce 3 |
| DirectX (minimum) | — | Version 9.0 |
| Storage (minimum) | — | 500 MB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Curious Expedition or FORWARD: Escape the Fold - Ultimate Edition?
Curious Expedition won the comparison against FORWARD: Escape the Fold - Ultimate Edition 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 Curious Expedition worth buying over FORWARD: Escape the Fold - Ultimate Edition?
Based on the metrics, Curious Expedition 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. Curious Expedition currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 01:55 PM UTC