The Case of the Golden Idol vs The Crimson Diamond
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
The Case of the Golden Idol wins 10 of 14 head-to-head metrics. The Case of the Golden Idol is $7.05 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | The Case of the Golden Idol | The Crimson Diamond |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 64 | 58 |
| Quality | 78 | 93 |
| Value | 63 | 49 |
| Popularity | 32 | 23 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $7.94 | $14.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 97.7% positive | 96.6% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 68 | 1 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
The Case of the Golden Idol
Kinguin Cheapest Key marketplace$7.94−56%Buy 
Loaded Authorized reseller$7.99−56%Buy 
GamersGate Authorized reseller$8.99−50%Buy The Crimson Diamond
Side by side over time
The Case of the Golden IdolThe Crimson Diamond
Details and requirements
| Item | The Case of the Golden Idol | The Crimson Diamond |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | October 13, 2022 | August 15, 2024 |
| Developers | Color Gray Games | Julia Minamata |
| Publishers | Playstack | Julia Minamata |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | — | Windows Vista or later |
| Processor (minimum) | — | Pentium or higher 1.2 GHz |
| Storage (minimum) | — | 250 MB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: The Case of the Golden Idol or The Crimson Diamond?
The Case of the Golden Idol won the comparison against The Crimson Diamond 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 The Case of the Golden Idol worth buying over The Crimson Diamond?
Based on the metrics, The Case of the Golden Idol 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. The Case of the Golden Idol currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 03:40 PM UTC