9 Childs Street vs Next time... I'll work from home
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
9 Childs Street wins 6 of 10 head-to-head metrics. Next time... I'll work from home is $2.19 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | 9 Childs Street | Next time... I'll work from home |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Not Enough Data | 56 | 57 |
| Quality | 72 | 50 |
| Value | 45 | 70 |
| Popularity | 46 | 0 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $6.99 | $4.80 |
| Steam Review Score | 90.4% positive | 100% positive |
Where to buy
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Details and requirements
| Item | 9 Childs Street | Next time... I'll work from home |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | February 16, 2023 | October 11, 2026 |
| Developers | N4bA, SsmA | Software and Unemployment |
| Publishers | N4bA | Software and Unemployment |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 - 64 bit | — |
| Graphics (minimum) | gtx 1060 \ rx 570 | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: 9 Childs Street or Next time... I'll work from home?
9 Childs Street won the comparison against Next time... I'll work from home 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 9 Childs Street worth buying over Next time... I'll work from home?
Based on the metrics, 9 Childs Street 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. Next time... I'll work from home currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 04:51 PM UTC