Little Nightmares vs Shady Part of Me
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Little Nightmares wins 10 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Shady Part of Me is R$11.91 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Little Nightmares | Shady Part of Me |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Wait for Sale | 74 | 52 |
| Quality | 90 | 87 |
| Value | 75 | 78 |
| Popularity | 38 | 28 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 17.26 | R$ 5.35 |
| Steam Review Score | 94.8% positive | 93.7% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 134 | 7 |
Where to buy
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Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Little Nightmares | Shady Part of Me |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | April 27, 2017 | December 10, 2020 |
| Developers | Tarsier Studios | Douze Dixièmes |
| Publishers | BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment | Focus Entertainment |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 7, 64-bit | Windows 10 (64-bit) |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel CPU Core i7 | AMD Athlon II X3 450 / Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | Nvidia GPU GeForce GTX 660 | 2 GB VRAM, AMD Radeon HD 7850 / Nvidia GeForce GTX 660 |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | Version 11 |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Little Nightmares or Shady Part of Me?
Little Nightmares won the comparison against Shady Part of Me 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 Shady Part of Me?
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. Shady Part of Me currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 01:45 PM UTC