Dark Envoy vs Shadow Gambit: The Cursed Crew
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Shadow Gambit: The Cursed Crew wins 9 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Dark Envoy is R$5.51 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Dark Envoy | Shadow Gambit: The Cursed Crew |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Wait for Sale × Worth It | 49 | 71 |
| Quality | 58 | 89 |
| Value | 59 | 75 |
| Popularity | 24 | 30 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 2.16 | R$ 7.67 |
| Steam Review Score | 69.9% positive | 91.3% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 11 | 130 |
Where to buy
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Side by side over time
Dark EnvoyShadow Gambit: The Cursed Crew
Details and requirements
| Item | Dark Envoy | Shadow Gambit: The Cursed Crew |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | October 24, 2023 | August 17, 2023 |
| Developers | Event Horizon | Mimimi Games |
| Publishers | Event Horizon | Hooded Horse, Mimimi Games |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 64-bit | Windows® 11 (64-bit) |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel i7 10700 / AMD Ryzen 7 5800X | Intel® Core™ i5-8400 (hexa-core) / AMD® Ryzen™ 5 1600 (hexa-core) |
| Memory (minimum) | 32 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | Nvidia Geforce 3060ti 8gb / AMD Radeon 5700XT 8gb | NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 970 (4 GB) / AMD® Radeon™ RX 6500 XT (4 GB) |
| Storage (minimum) | 40 GB available space | 28 GB available space |
| Additional Notes (minimum) | Performance target: 1440p resolution, 60fps with high settings. | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Dark Envoy or Shadow Gambit: The Cursed Crew?
Shadow Gambit: The Cursed Crew won the comparison against Dark Envoy 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 Dark Envoy worth buying over Shadow Gambit: The Cursed Crew?
Based on the metrics, Shadow Gambit: The Cursed Crew 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. Shadow Gambit: The Cursed Crew currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 03:39 PM UTC