Pentiment vs Storyteller
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Pentiment wins 11 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Pentiment is $2.51 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Pentiment | Storyteller |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Worth It | 72 | 71 |
| Quality | 93 | 72 |
| Value | 80 | 87 |
| Popularity | 32 | 32 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $3.48 | $5.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 95% positive | 88.5% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 43 | 56 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Pentiment | Storyteller |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | November 14, 2022 | March 23, 2023 |
| Developers | Obsidian Entertainment | Daniel Benmergui |
| Publishers | Xbox Game Studios | Annapurna Interactive |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | — | Windows 10 |
| Processor (minimum) | — | Intel Core i3-2100 | AMD Phenom II X4 965 |
| Memory (minimum) | — | 4 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | — | NVIDIA GeForce GTS 450, 1 GB | AMD Radeon HD 5770, 1 GB |
| Storage (minimum) | — | 1 GB available space |
| Additional Notes (minimum) | — | DETAILS: High 1080p @ 60 FPS |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Pentiment or Storyteller?
Pentiment won the comparison against Storyteller 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 Pentiment worth buying over Storyteller?
Based on the metrics, Pentiment 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. Storyteller currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 02:02 PM UTC