Deathbloom: Chapter 1 vs Warhammer 40,000: Darktide
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Warhammer 40,000: Darktide wins 8 of 12 head-to-head metrics. Deathbloom: Chapter 1 is $5.01 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Deathbloom: Chapter 1 | Warhammer 40,000: Darktide |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 59 | 65 |
| Quality | 63 | 62 |
| Value | 72 | 75 |
| Popularity | 33 | 43 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $1.70 | $6.71 |
| Steam Review Score | 82.7% positive | 72.4% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 0 | 6.8K |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Deathbloom: Chapter 1
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Details and requirements
| Item | Deathbloom: Chapter 1 | Warhammer 40,000: Darktide |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | May 16, 2019 | November 30, 2022 |
| Developers | Vincent Lade | Fatshark |
| Publishers | Vincent Lade | Fatshark |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 (64 bit) | Windows 10 (64 bit) / Windows 11 (64 bit) |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i7-7700 2.80 GHz | Intel i7-9700K (3.70GHz) OR AMD Ryzen 5 3600 (4.2GHz) |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | GeForce GTX 1050 Ti | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 / RTX 2060 OR AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 12 | Version 12 |
| Storage (minimum) | 9 GB available space | 72 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Deathbloom: Chapter 1 or Warhammer 40,000: Darktide?
Warhammer 40,000: Darktide won the comparison against Deathbloom: Chapter 1 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 Deathbloom: Chapter 1 worth buying over Warhammer 40,000: Darktide?
Based on the metrics, Warhammer 40,000: Darktide 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. Warhammer 40,000: Darktide currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 03:59 PM UTC