Lacuna – A Sci-Fi Noir Adventure vs The Crimson Diamond
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Lacuna – A Sci-Fi Noir Adventure wins 9 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Lacuna – A Sci-Fi Noir Adventure is R$27.19 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Lacuna – A Sci-Fi Noir Adventure | The Crimson Diamond |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 65 | 58 |
| Quality | 89 | 93 |
| Value | 76 | 49 |
| Popularity | 27 | 23 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 1.68 | R$ 28.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 91.3% positive | 96.6% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 5 | 1 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Lacuna – A Sci-Fi Noir Adventure
Kinguin Cheapest Key marketplaceR$1.80−94%Buy 
GAMIVO Key marketplaceR$3.39−89%Buy 
Loaded Authorized resellerR$8.19−74%Buy The Crimson Diamond
Side by side over time
Lacuna – A Sci-Fi Noir AdventureThe Crimson Diamond
Details and requirements
| Item | Lacuna – A Sci-Fi Noir Adventure | The Crimson Diamond |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | May 20, 2021 | August 15, 2024 |
| Developers | DigiTales Interactive | Julia Minamata |
| Publishers | Assemble Entertainment, WhisperGames | Julia Minamata |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | TBD | Windows Vista or later |
| Processor (minimum) | — | Pentium or higher 1.2 GHz |
| Storage (minimum) | — | 250 MB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Lacuna – A Sci-Fi Noir Adventure or The Crimson Diamond?
Lacuna – A Sci-Fi Noir Adventure won the comparison against The Crimson Diamond 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 Lacuna – A Sci-Fi Noir Adventure worth buying over The Crimson Diamond?
Based on the metrics, Lacuna – A Sci-Fi Noir Adventure 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. Lacuna – A Sci-Fi Noir Adventure currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 02:45 PM UTC