Database Detective: Minor Crimes Division vs Lost in Play
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Lost in Play wins 11 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Database Detective: Minor Crimes Division is R$8.81 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Database Detective: Minor Crimes Division | Lost in Play |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Wait for Sale × Maybe | 54 | 68 |
| Quality | 77 | 93 |
| Value | 50 | 49 |
| Popularity | 25 | 32 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 37.75 | R$ 46.56 |
| Steam Review Score | 97.2% positive | 98.2% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 56 | 70 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Database Detective: Minor Crimes Division
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Database Detective: Minor Crimes Division | Lost in Play |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | July 17, 2026 | August 10, 2022 |
| Developers | Thomas Hsu | Happy Juice Games |
| Publishers | Thomas Hsu | Joystick Ventures |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | — | Windows 10 |
| Processor (minimum) | — | i5 or better |
| Memory (minimum) | — | 8 GB RAM |
| Storage (minimum) | — | 4 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Database Detective: Minor Crimes Division or Lost in Play?
Lost in Play won the comparison against Database Detective: Minor Crimes Division 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 Database Detective: Minor Crimes Division worth buying over Lost in Play?
Based on the metrics, Lost in Play 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. Database Detective: Minor Crimes Division currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 03:32 PM UTC