Shadows of Forbidden Gods vs The Fabulous Fear Machine
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Shadows of Forbidden Gods wins 10 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Shadows of Forbidden Gods is R$21.21 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Shadows of Forbidden Gods | The Fabulous Fear Machine |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Wait for Sale | 62 | 53 |
| Quality | 73 | 83 |
| Value | 64 | 44 |
| Popularity | 25 | 22 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 16.78 | R$ 37.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 91.7% positive | 89.4% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 15 | 1 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
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Details and requirements
| Item | Shadows of Forbidden Gods | The Fabulous Fear Machine |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | July 15, 2023 | October 4, 2023 |
| Developers | Bobby Two Hands | Fictiorama Studios |
| Publishers | Forbidden Oak Games Limited | AMC Games |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 | Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8 (32/64), Windows 10 |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel i5-7400 or equivalent | 2.6 Ghz Dual Core CPU |
| Memory (minimum) | 2048 MB RAM | 4 GB RAM |
| Storage (minimum) | 2 GB available space | 5 GB available space |
| Graphics (minimum) | — | Nvidia GeForce GT 610, ATI Radeon HD 4650 Series or higher |
| DirectX (minimum) | — | Version 9.0c |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Shadows of Forbidden Gods or The Fabulous Fear Machine?
Shadows of Forbidden Gods won the comparison against The Fabulous Fear Machine 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 Shadows of Forbidden Gods worth buying over The Fabulous Fear Machine?
Based on the metrics, Shadows of Forbidden Gods 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. Shadows of Forbidden Gods currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 03:53 PM UTC