Little Nightmares vs Penumbra: Black Plague Gold Edition
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Little Nightmares wins 11 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Penumbra: Black Plague Gold Edition is R$10.67 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Little Nightmares | Penumbra: Black Plague Gold Edition |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Maybe | 74 | 66 |
| Quality | 90 | 87 |
| Value | 75 | 73 |
| Popularity | 38 | 28 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 17.26 | R$ 6.59 |
| Steam Review Score | 94.8% positive | 93.5% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 134 | 4 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Little Nightmares
GAMIVO Cheapest Key marketplaceR$17.26−80%Buy 
Kinguin Key marketplaceR$19.23−77%Buy 
Loaded Authorized resellerR$23.39−72%Buy Penumbra: Black Plague Gold Edition
Side by side over time
Little NightmaresPenumbra: Black Plague Gold Edition
Details and requirements
| Item | Little Nightmares | Penumbra: Black Plague Gold Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | April 27, 2017 | January 23, 2009 |
| Developers | Tarsier Studios | Frictional Games |
| Publishers | BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment | Frictional Games |
| Platforms | Windows | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 7, 64-bit | — |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel CPU Core i7 | — |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | — |
| Graphics (minimum) | Nvidia GPU GeForce GTX 660 | — |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | — |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Little Nightmares or Penumbra: Black Plague Gold Edition?
Little Nightmares won the comparison against Penumbra: Black Plague Gold Edition 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 Little Nightmares worth buying over Penumbra: Black Plague Gold Edition?
Based on the metrics, Little Nightmares 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. Little Nightmares currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 12:14 PM UTC