Dark Messiah of Might & Magic vs Thief: Deadly Shadows
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Thief: Deadly Shadows wins 7 of 13 head-to-head metrics. Thief: Deadly Shadows is $5.87 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Dark Messiah of Might & Magic | Thief: Deadly Shadows |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 55 | 61 |
| Quality | 82 | 81 |
| Value | 40 | 66 |
| Popularity | 32 | 27 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $8.57 | $3.76 |
| Steam Review Score | 89.7% positive | 80.3% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 34 | 5 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Dark Messiah of Might & Magic
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Dark Messiah of Might & Magic | Thief: Deadly Shadows |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | October 25, 2006 | March 29, 2007 |
| Developers | Arkane Studios | Ion Storm |
| Publishers | Ubisoft | Eidos Interactive Corp. |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Dark Messiah of Might & Magic or Thief: Deadly Shadows?
Thief: Deadly Shadows won the comparison against Dark Messiah of Might & Magic 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 Messiah of Might & Magic worth buying over Thief: Deadly Shadows?
Based on the metrics, Thief: Deadly Shadows 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. Thief: Deadly Shadows currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 12:09 PM UTC