Dreamfall Chapters vs The Fall
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
The Fall wins 8 of 15 head-to-head metrics. The Fall is $5.15 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Dreamfall Chapters | The Fall |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Worth It | 64 | 72 |
| Quality | 77 | 83 |
| Value | 77 | 74 |
| Popularity | 28 | 55 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $5.98 | $0.83 |
| Steam Review Score | 82.2% positive | 87.9% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 5 | 0 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Dreamfall Chapters | The Fall |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | July 21, 2017 | May 30, 2014 |
| Developers | Red Thread Games | Over The Moon |
| Publishers | Red Thread Games | Over The Moon |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 7 64-bit | — |
| Processor (minimum) | Quad Core i5 2.5GHz | — |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | — |
| Graphics (minimum) | ATI or Nvidia card with 2GB VRAM | — |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | — |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Dreamfall Chapters or The Fall?
The Fall won the comparison against Dreamfall Chapters 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 Dreamfall Chapters worth buying over The Fall?
Based on the metrics, The Fall 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. Dreamfall Chapters currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 05:06 PM UTC