Message Quest vs Simon the Sorcerer Origins
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Simon the Sorcerer Origins wins 9 of 13 head-to-head metrics. Message Quest is R$42.71 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Message Quest | Simon the Sorcerer Origins |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Wait for Sale × Wait for Sale | 54 | 52 |
| Quality | 69 | 77 |
| Value | 40 | 49 |
| Popularity | 47 | 20 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | N/A | R$ 49.00 |
| Steam Review Score | 86.3% positive | 83.8% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 0 | 5 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
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Details and requirements
| Item | Message Quest | Simon the Sorcerer Origins |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | October 22, 2015 | October 27, 2025 |
| Developers | Royal Troupe | Smallthing Studios |
| Publishers | Royal Troupe | ININ |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | — | Windows 10 |
| Processor (minimum) | — | 3,0 GHz |
| Memory (minimum) | — | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | — | NVIDIA GeForce GTX series + (2GB) |
| Storage (minimum) | — | 5 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Message Quest or Simon the Sorcerer Origins?
Simon the Sorcerer Origins won the comparison against Message Quest 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 Message Quest worth buying over Simon the Sorcerer Origins?
Based on the metrics, Simon the Sorcerer Origins 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. Simon the Sorcerer Origins currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 05:21 PM UTC