9 Monkeys of Shaolin vs Charlie Murder
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
9 Monkeys of Shaolin wins 7 of 14 head-to-head metrics. 9 Monkeys of Shaolin is $7.04 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | 9 Monkeys of Shaolin | Charlie Murder |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Wait for Sale | 71 | 51 |
| Quality | 77 | 77 |
| Value | 82 | 40 |
| Popularity | 46 | 28 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $2.95 | $9.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 84.8% positive | 96% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 0 | 16 |
Where to buy
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Details and requirements
| Item | 9 Monkeys of Shaolin | Charlie Murder |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | October 16, 2020 | May 12, 2017 |
| Developers | Sobaka Studio | Ska Studios |
| Publishers | ESDigital Games | Ska Studios |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 7 SP1/8.1/10 x64 | Windows 7 |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5-6600 or equivalent / AMD Ryzen 5 2500X or equivalent | Intel Core 2 Duo or AMD Athlon 64 X2 5600+ |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | 2 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | GeForce GTX 660 2GB or equivalent / AMD Radeon HD 7870 2GB or equivalent | OpenGL 3.2+ support |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | — |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: 9 Monkeys of Shaolin or Charlie Murder?
9 Monkeys of Shaolin won the comparison against Charlie Murder 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 Monkeys of Shaolin worth buying over Charlie Murder?
Based on the metrics, 9 Monkeys of Shaolin 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. 9 Monkeys of Shaolin currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 12:24 PM UTC