McPixel 3 vs The Darkside Detective
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
McPixel 3 wins 8 of 14 head-to-head metrics. McPixel 3 is $0.54 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | McPixel 3 | The Darkside Detective |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 64 | 61 |
| Quality | 77 | 88 |
| Value | 81 | 58 |
| Popularity | 25 | 29 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $0.49 | $1.03 |
| Steam Review Score | 96.2% positive | 94.6% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 3 | 12 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
McPixel 3The Darkside Detective
Details and requirements
| Item | McPixel 3 | The Darkside Detective |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | November 14, 2022 | July 27, 2017 |
| Developers | Sos Sosowski | Spooky Doorway |
| Publishers | Devolver Digital | Akupara Games |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 | Windows 10 |
| Processor (minimum) | Core 2 Duo E6600 / Athlon X2 4600+ | 4th Gen i3/1st Gen Ryzen |
| Memory (minimum) | 1024 MB RAM | 4 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | DirectX 10 compatible graphics | GeForce 7 Series/Radeon R7 Series (or better) |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 10 | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 300 MB available space | 2 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: McPixel 3 or The Darkside Detective?
McPixel 3 won the comparison against The Darkside Detective 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 McPixel 3 worth buying over The Darkside Detective?
Based on the metrics, McPixel 3 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. McPixel 3 currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 01:00 PM UTC