The Curse of Monkey Island vs The Next BIG Thing
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
The Curse of Monkey Island wins 11 of 13 head-to-head metrics. The Next BIG Thing is $0.98 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | The Curse of Monkey Island | The Next BIG Thing |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 67 | 67 |
| Quality | 95 | 78 |
| Value | 67 | 88 |
| Popularity | 28 | 23 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $1.72 | $0.74 |
| Steam Review Score | 97.1% positive | 82.9% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 25 | 1 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | The Curse of Monkey Island | The Next BIG Thing |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | March 22, 2018 | April 21, 2011 |
| Developers | LucasArts | Pendulo Studios |
| Publishers | LucasArts, Lucasfilm | Focus Entertainment |
| Platforms | Windows, MacOs | Windows, MacOs |
| Processor (minimum) | 1.4 GHz | — |
| Memory (minimum) | 512 MB RAM | — |
| Graphics (minimum) | 3D graphics card compatible with DirectX 9 | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: The Curse of Monkey Island or The Next BIG Thing?
The Curse of Monkey Island won the comparison against The Next BIG Thing 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 Curse of Monkey Island worth buying over The Next BIG Thing?
Based on the metrics, The Curse of Monkey Island 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 Next BIG Thing currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 01:26 PM UTC