Dungreed vs Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon wins 7 of 13 head-to-head metrics. Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon is $6.89 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Dungreed | Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 60 | 68 |
| Quality | 75 | 72 |
| Value | 56 | 98 |
| Popularity | 32 | 22 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $9.10 | $2.21 |
| Steam Review Score | 93.3% positive | 91.2% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 77 | 3 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Dungreed | Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | February 14, 2018 | December 13, 2021 |
| Developers | TEAM HORAY | VINE, Yacht Club Games |
| Publishers | TEAM HORAY | Yacht Club Games |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 7+ | — |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel core i5 series + | — |
| Memory (minimum) | 2 GB RAM | — |
| Graphics (minimum) | nVidia GTS 450 or better | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 400 MB available space | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Dungreed or Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon?
Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon won the comparison against Dungreed 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 Dungreed worth buying over Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon?
Based on the metrics, Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon 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. Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 01:38 PM UTC