Murder by Numbers vs Unboxing the Cryptic Killer
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Unboxing the Cryptic Killer wins 10 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Unboxing the Cryptic Killer is R$2.87 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Murder by Numbers | Unboxing the Cryptic Killer |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 64 | 59 |
| Quality | 81 | 72 |
| Value | 67 | 67 |
| Popularity | 25 | 27 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 13.11 | R$ 10.24 |
| Steam Review Score | 85% positive | 89.8% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 2 | 19 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Murder by Numbers
Kinguin Cheapest Key marketplaceR$13.11−55%Buy 
GAMIVO Key marketplaceR$14.15−51%Buy 
Green Man Gaming Authorized resellerR$28.99Buy Unboxing the Cryptic Killer
Side by side over time
Murder by NumbersUnboxing the Cryptic Killer
Details and requirements
| Item | Murder by Numbers | Unboxing the Cryptic Killer |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | March 6, 2020 | April 27, 2023 |
| Developers | Mediatonic | Eleven Puzzles |
| Publishers | The Irregular Corporation | Eleven Puzzles |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | — | Windows 8/10/11 |
| Processor (minimum) | — | Intel core I5-4440, AMD FX 6300 |
| Memory (minimum) | — | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | — | Nvidia GeForce GT 740, AMD Radeon R7 250 |
| Network (minimum) | — | Broadband Internet connection |
| Storage (minimum) | — | 2 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Murder by Numbers or Unboxing the Cryptic Killer?
Unboxing the Cryptic Killer won the comparison against Murder by Numbers 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 Murder by Numbers worth buying over Unboxing the Cryptic Killer?
Based on the metrics, Unboxing the Cryptic Killer 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. Too close to call currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 02:59 PM UTC