Herdling vs LOST EMBER
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
LOST EMBER wins 9 of 14 head-to-head metrics. LOST EMBER is $1.08 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Herdling | LOST EMBER |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 55 | 59 |
| Quality | 74 | 84 |
| Value | 57 | 55 |
| Popularity | 24 | 29 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $22.04 | $20.96 |
| Steam Review Score | 93.3% positive | 87.9% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 2 | 1 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Herdling | LOST EMBER |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | August 21, 2025 | November 22, 2019 |
| Developers | Okomotive | Mooneye Studios |
| Publishers | Panic | Mooneye Studios |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 11 | Windows 10 |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5-8600K or AMD Ryzen 3 3100 | 2.4GHz CPU Quad Core |
| Memory (minimum) | 12 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980, 4GB or AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT, 6GB or Intel Arc A580, 8GB | GTX 770 2GB / Radeon R9 280X 3GB |
| Storage (minimum) | TBD MB available space | 13 GB available space |
| DirectX (minimum) | — | Version 10 |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Herdling or LOST EMBER?
LOST EMBER won the comparison against Herdling 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 Herdling worth buying over LOST EMBER?
Based on the metrics, LOST EMBER 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. Herdling currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 02:01 PM UTC