Pathologic Classic HD vs The Forgotten City
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
The Forgotten City wins 11 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Pathologic Classic HD is $0.65 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Pathologic Classic HD | The Forgotten City |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Worth It | 67 | 71 |
| Quality | 83 | 92 |
| Value | 80 | 77 |
| Popularity | 29 | 33 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $1.62 | $2.27 |
| Steam Review Score | 88% positive | 96% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 26 | 37 |
Where to buy
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Details and requirements
| Item | Pathologic Classic HD | The Forgotten City |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | October 29, 2015 | July 28, 2021 |
| Developers | Ice-Pick Lodge, General Arcade | Modern Storyteller |
| Publishers | Good Shepherd Entertainment | Dear Villagers |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | — | Windows 10 64-bit |
| Processor (minimum) | — | 3.2 GHz (4 Core) CPU |
| Memory (minimum) | — | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | — | NVIDIA GTX 1060 | AMD Radeon RX 580 |
| DirectX (minimum) | — | Version 11 |
| Storage (minimum) | — | 26 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Pathologic Classic HD or The Forgotten City?
The Forgotten City won the comparison against Pathologic Classic HD 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 Pathologic Classic HD worth buying over The Forgotten City?
Based on the metrics, The Forgotten City 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. Pathologic Classic HD currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 02:40 PM UTC