Simon the Sorcerer: 25th Anniversary Edition vs The Secret of Monkey Island: Special Edition
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
The Secret of Monkey Island: Special Edition wins 12 of 14 head-to-head metrics. The Secret of Monkey Island: Special Edition is R$1.27 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Simon the Sorcerer: 25th Anniversary Edition | The Secret of Monkey Island: Special Edition |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Wait for Sale × Maybe | 50 | 60 |
| Quality | 60 | 92 |
| Value | 49 | 34 |
| Popularity | 35 | 30 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 18.59 | R$ 17.32 |
| Steam Review Score | 76.5% positive | 95.6% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 0 | 30 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Simon the Sorcerer: 25th Anniversary Edition
The Secret of Monkey Island: Special Edition
Kinguin Cheapest Key marketplaceR$17.32−47%Buy 
GAMIVO Key marketplaceR$19.33−41%Buy 
Steam Official storeR$32.99Buy Side by side over time
Simon the Sorcerer: 25th Anniversary EditionThe Secret of Monkey Island: Special Edition
Details and requirements
| Item | Simon the Sorcerer: 25th Anniversary Edition | The Secret of Monkey Island: Special Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | April 3, 2018 | July 15, 2009 |
| Developers | MojoTouch, Adventure Soft | LucasArts |
| Publishers | MojoTouch | LucasArts, Lucasfilm |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Simon the Sorcerer: 25th Anniversary Edition or The Secret of Monkey Island: Special Edition?
The Secret of Monkey Island: Special Edition won the comparison against Simon the Sorcerer: 25th Anniversary Edition 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 Simon the Sorcerer: 25th Anniversary Edition worth buying over The Secret of Monkey Island: Special Edition?
Based on the metrics, The Secret of Monkey Island: Special Edition 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. Simon the Sorcerer: 25th Anniversary Edition currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 05:01 PM UTC