Sherlock Holmes The Awakened vs The Chant
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Sherlock Holmes The Awakened wins 7 of 13 head-to-head metrics. The Chant is $2.70 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Sherlock Holmes The Awakened | The Chant |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 67 | 58 |
| Quality | 67 | 62 |
| Value | 98 | 79 |
| Popularity | 28 | 24 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $3.99 | $1.29 |
| Steam Review Score | 81.2% positive | 75.3% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 31 | 2 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Sherlock Holmes The Awakened | The Chant |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | April 11, 2023 | November 3, 2022 |
| Developers | Frogwares | Brass Token |
| Publishers | Frogwares | Prime Matter |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 64bit | Windows 10 64-bit |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i7-6700 or AMD Ryzen 5 2600 | Intel Core i7-9700K @ 3.60GHz / AMD Ryzen 5 3600 |
| Memory (minimum) | 12 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060, 6 GB or AMD Radeon RX 590, 8 GB | GeForce RTX 2060 Super, 8 GB / Radeon RX 5700, 8 GB |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | Version 12 |
| Storage (minimum) | 30 GB available space | 40 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Sherlock Holmes The Awakened or The Chant?
Sherlock Holmes The Awakened won the comparison against The Chant 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 Sherlock Holmes The Awakened worth buying over The Chant?
Based on the metrics, Sherlock Holmes The Awakened 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. Sherlock Holmes The Awakened currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 12:16 PM UTC