9 Years of Shadows vs Twilight Monk
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
9 Years of Shadows wins 10 of 13 head-to-head metrics. 9 Years of Shadows is $18.81 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | 9 Years of Shadows | Twilight Monk |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Wait for Sale × Wait for Sale | 53 | 44 |
| Quality | 65 | 60 |
| Value | 59 | 46 |
| Popularity | 27 | 20 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $1.18 | $19.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 79.3% positive | 73.8% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 11 | 1 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | 9 Years of Shadows | Twilight Monk |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | March 27, 2023 | March 26, 2025 |
| Developers | Halberd Studios | Aquatic Moon Games |
| Publishers | indie.io | GRAVITY GAME ARISE Co., Ltd. |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 | — |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i3-9100F | — |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | — |
| Graphics (minimum) | GT 730 | — |
| DirectX (minimum) | — | Version 11 |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: 9 Years of Shadows or Twilight Monk?
9 Years of Shadows won the comparison against Twilight Monk 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 Years of Shadows worth buying over Twilight Monk?
Based on the metrics, 9 Years of Shadows 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 Years of Shadows currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 04:52 PM UTC