The Darkside Detective vs The Roottrees are Dead
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
The Roottrees are Dead wins 8 of 14 head-to-head metrics. The Darkside Detective is $18.96 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | The Darkside Detective | The Roottrees are Dead |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 61 | 65 |
| Quality | 88 | 93 |
| Value | 58 | 50 |
| Popularity | 29 | 32 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $1.03 | $19.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 94.6% positive | 96.3% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 12 | 250 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
The Darkside Detective
GAMIVO Cheapest Key marketplace$1.03−93%Buy 
Kinguin Key marketplace$1.10−93%Buy 
Steam Official store$6.74−55%Buy The Roottrees are Dead
Side by side over time
The Darkside DetectiveThe Roottrees are Dead
Details and requirements
| Item | The Darkside Detective | The Roottrees are Dead |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | July 27, 2017 | January 15, 2025 |
| Developers | Spooky Doorway | Evil Trout Inc. |
| Publishers | Akupara Games | Evil Trout Inc. |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 | — |
| Processor (minimum) | 4th Gen i3/1st Gen Ryzen | — |
| Memory (minimum) | 4 GB RAM | — |
| Graphics (minimum) | GeForce 7 Series/Radeon R7 Series (or better) | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 2 GB available space | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: The Darkside Detective or The Roottrees are Dead?
The Roottrees are Dead won the comparison against The Darkside Detective 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 Darkside Detective worth buying over The Roottrees are Dead?
Based on the metrics, The Roottrees are Dead 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 Darkside Detective currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 12:08 PM UTC