F.I.S.T.: Forged In Shadow Torch vs Pine
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
F.I.S.T.: Forged In Shadow Torch wins 9 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Pine is $3.37 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | F.I.S.T.: Forged In Shadow Torch | Pine |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 65 | 59 |
| Quality | 84 | 61 |
| Value | 69 | 82 |
| Popularity | 31 | 26 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $5.07 | $1.70 |
| Steam Review Score | 86.8% positive | 73% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 19 | 2 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | F.I.S.T.: Forged In Shadow Torch | Pine |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | October 2, 2021 | October 10, 2019 |
| Developers | TiGames | Twirlbound |
| Publishers | Astrolabe Games | Kongregate |
| Platforms | Windows | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 version 1903 | Windows 10 (64-bit) |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5-6400 | Quad Core 3.40 Ghz or equivalent |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA GTX 1060 6GB | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 or equivalent |
| Storage (minimum) | 25 GB available space | 4 GB available space |
| Additional Notes (minimum) | Please ensure NVIDIA graphic card driver above 472.12 | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: F.I.S.T.: Forged In Shadow Torch or Pine?
F.I.S.T.: Forged In Shadow Torch won the comparison against Pine 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 F.I.S.T.: Forged In Shadow Torch worth buying over Pine?
Based on the metrics, F.I.S.T.: Forged In Shadow Torch 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. Pine currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 02:44 PM UTC