Groober vs Through the Darkest of Times
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Through the Darkest of Times wins 12 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Through the Darkest of Times is $0.48 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Groober | Through the Darkest of Times |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Wait for Sale × Maybe | 40 | 55 |
| Quality | 20 | 69 |
| Value | 88 | 64 |
| Popularity | 5 | 24 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $0.99 | $0.51 |
| Steam Review Score | N/A | 85.3% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 0 | 2 |
Where to buy
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Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Groober | Through the Darkest of Times |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | September 11, 2026 | January 30, 2020 |
| Developers | SMART PUNK GAMES | Paintbucket Games |
| Publishers | SMART PUNK GAMES | THQ Nordic Mobile |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 64-bit | — |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5-8400 / AMD Ryzen 5 2600 | — |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA GTX 750 Ti / AMD RX 560 | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 116 MB available space | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Groober or Through the Darkest of Times?
Through the Darkest of Times won the comparison against Groober 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 Groober worth buying over Through the Darkest of Times?
Based on the metrics, Through the Darkest of Times 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. Groober currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 04:54 PM UTC