Grim vs Plains of Pain
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Plains of Pain wins 9 of 11 head-to-head metrics.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Grim | Plains of Pain |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Wait for Sale × Wait for Sale | 39 | 48 |
| Quality | 45 | 68 |
| Value | 47 | 45 |
| Popularity | 17 | 24 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 59.99 | R$ 59.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 54.5% positive | 84.3% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 3 | 59 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Grim | Plains of Pain |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | November 13, 2025 | February 17, 2023 |
| Developers | Spoonfed Interactive | Cobra Byte Digital |
| Publishers | Spoonfed Interactive | Cobra Byte Digital |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Win 10 | Windows 10 |
| Processor (minimum) | i7 7700k or Higher | Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system |
| Memory (minimum) | 12 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | Nvidia 1080GTX or Higher | GTX 980 / AMD R9 Fury |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 12 | Version 12 |
| Storage (minimum) | 15 GB available space | 7 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Grim or Plains of Pain?
Plains of Pain won the comparison against Grim 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 Grim worth buying over Plains of Pain?
Based on the metrics, Plains of Pain 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. Grim currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 12:52 PM UTC