Kelvin and the Infamous Machine vs Stacking
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Stacking wins 11 of 13 head-to-head metrics. Stacking is $0.81 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Kelvin and the Infamous Machine | Stacking |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Worth It | 59 | 72 |
| Quality | 85 | 86 |
| Value | 58 | 95 |
| Popularity | 24 | 24 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $1.01 | $0.20 |
| Steam Review Score | 90.5% positive | 90.9% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 1 | 1 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Kelvin and the Infamous Machine | Stacking |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | July 21, 2016 | March 6, 2012 |
| Developers | Blyts | Double Fine Productions |
| Publishers | Blyts | Double Fine Productions |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | — | Windows 7 |
| Processor (minimum) | — | Intel Core 2 Duo at 2.2 GHz, or AMD Athlon 64 at 2.2 GHz |
| Memory (minimum) | — | 1 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | — | 512 MB GeForce 220, Radeon 4550, Intel HD 3000 Graphics |
| DirectX® (minimum) | — | 9.0c |
| Hard Drive (minimum) | — | 1.5 GB free HD Space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Kelvin and the Infamous Machine or Stacking?
Stacking won the comparison against Kelvin and the Infamous Machine 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 Kelvin and the Infamous Machine worth buying over Stacking?
Based on the metrics, Stacking 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. Stacking currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 01:00 PM UTC