Paper Beast vs The Bridge
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
The Bridge wins 8 of 13 head-to-head metrics. The Bridge is $0.64 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Paper Beast | The Bridge |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 66 | 63 |
| Quality | 75 | 81 |
| Value | 72 | 48 |
| Popularity | 44 | 57 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $1.47 | $0.83 |
| Steam Review Score | 94.2% positive | 87.9% positive |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
Paper BeastThe Bridge
Details and requirements
| Item | Paper Beast | The Bridge |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | July 24, 2020 | February 22, 2013 |
| Developers | Pixel Reef | Ty Taylor, Vega Castañeda |
| Publishers | PID Games, Dear Villagers | The Quantum Astrophysicists Guild |
| Platforms | Windows | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Paper Beast or The Bridge?
The Bridge won the comparison against Paper Beast 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 Paper Beast worth buying over The Bridge?
Based on the metrics, The Bridge 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. Paper Beast currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 12:56 PM UTC