Joy Malignant vs Nighthawks
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Joy Malignant wins 7 of 13 head-to-head metrics. Joy Malignant is R$15.32 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Joy Malignant | Nighthawks |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Wait for Sale | 67 | 51 |
| Quality | 74 | 71 |
| Value | 69 | 52 |
| Popularity | 30 | 19 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 22.67 | R$ 37.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 97.3% positive | 91.5% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 0 | 50 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Joy Malignant | Nighthawks |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | July 29, 2026 | September 22, 2026 |
| Developers | Petros Anastasiadis | The Curiosity Engine |
| Publishers | Petros Anastasiadis | Wadjet Eye Games |
| Platforms | Windows | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 / 11 (64-bit) | Windows 10, 64-bit versions only. |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i7 @ 2.60GHz | 2Ghz or better |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 | DX10, DX11, and DX12-capable GPUs |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 12 | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 500 MB available space | 10 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Joy Malignant or Nighthawks?
Joy Malignant won the comparison against Nighthawks 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 Joy Malignant worth buying over Nighthawks?
Based on the metrics, Joy Malignant 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. Joy Malignant currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 03:57 PM UTC