KARMA: The Dark World vs The Alien Cube
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
KARMA: The Dark World wins 8 of 14 head-to-head metrics. The Alien Cube is $17.56 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | KARMA: The Dark World | The Alien Cube |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 55 | 62 |
| Quality | 73 | 74 |
| Value | 54 | 60 |
| Popularity | 29 | 44 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $21.99 | $4.43 |
| Steam Review Score | 90.5% positive | 80.4% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 6 | 0 |
Where to buy
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Side by side over time
KARMA: The Dark WorldThe Alien Cube
Details and requirements
| Item | KARMA: The Dark World | The Alien Cube |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | March 27, 2025 | October 14, 2021 |
| Developers | POLLARD STUDIO LLC | Alessandro Guzzo |
| Publishers | Wired Productions, Gamirror Games | Alessandro Guzzo |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 11 | Windows 7/8/10 (64-bit OS required) |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i7-10700K or AMD Ryzen 7 5700X | Intel i5-6600 @ 3.3Ghz or AMD Ryzen 5 1400 |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 12 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | Intel ARC A750, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 or AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT | Nvidia GTX 1060/AMD RX 580 |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 12 | Version 11 |
| Storage (minimum) | 30 GB available space | 20 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: KARMA: The Dark World or The Alien Cube?
KARMA: The Dark World won the comparison against The Alien Cube 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 KARMA: The Dark World worth buying over The Alien Cube?
Based on the metrics, KARMA: The Dark World 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. The Alien Cube currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 03:49 PM UTC