The Infectious Madness of Doctor Dekker vs The Novelist
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
The Infectious Madness of Doctor Dekker wins 7 of 13 head-to-head metrics. The Novelist is R$13.91 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | The Infectious Madness of Doctor Dekker | The Novelist |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 60 | 66 |
| Quality | 79 | 70 |
| Value | 64 | 74 |
| Popularity | 22 | 44 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 16.77 | R$ 2.86 |
| Steam Review Score | 82.7% positive | 78.2% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 1 | 0 |
Where to buy
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Details and requirements
| Item | The Infectious Madness of Doctor Dekker | The Novelist |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | May 19, 2017 | December 10, 2013 |
| Developers | D'Avekki Studios Ltd | Orthogonal Games |
| Publishers | D'Avekki Studios Ltd | Orthogonal Games |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | — | Windows 7 |
| Processor (minimum) | — | 2 GHz |
| Memory (minimum) | — | 4 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | — | 512 MB VRAM video card |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: The Infectious Madness of Doctor Dekker or The Novelist?
The Infectious Madness of Doctor Dekker won the comparison against The Novelist 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 Infectious Madness of Doctor Dekker worth buying over The Novelist?
Based on the metrics, The Infectious Madness of Doctor Dekker 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 Novelist currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 03:54 PM UTC