Lost Lullabies: The Orphanage Chronicles vs The Occultist
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
The Occultist wins 7 of 13 head-to-head metrics. Lost Lullabies: The Orphanage Chronicles is $7.79 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Lost Lullabies: The Orphanage Chronicles | The Occultist |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Wait for Sale × Wait for Sale | 53 | 50 |
| Quality | 58 | 60 |
| Value | 73 | 61 |
| Popularity | 22 | 20 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $3.60 | $11.39 |
| Steam Review Score | 70.1% positive | 74.6% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 1 | 2 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Lost Lullabies: The Orphanage Chronicles
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Lost Lullabies: The Orphanage ChroniclesThe Occultist
Details and requirements
| Item | Lost Lullabies: The Orphanage Chronicles | The Occultist |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | October 27, 2025 | April 8, 2026 |
| Developers | Pugsy Studios | DALOAR |
| Publishers | GameDev.ist | Daedalic Entertainment |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows (64-bit) 10 | Windows 11 |
| Processor (minimum) | i5 7600K / Ryzen 5 2600x | Intel i7-13700K or AMD Ryzen 9 7900X |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 32 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA RTX 3050 / AMD RX 6600 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Super (12GB) or AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT (16GB) |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 12 | Version 12 |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Lost Lullabies: The Orphanage Chronicles or The Occultist?
The Occultist won the comparison against Lost Lullabies: The Orphanage Chronicles 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 Lost Lullabies: The Orphanage Chronicles worth buying over The Occultist?
Based on the metrics, The Occultist 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. Lost Lullabies: The Orphanage Chronicles currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 04:28 PM UTC