Anima: Gate of Memories vs Ys X: Nordics
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Anima: Gate of Memories wins 7 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Anima: Gate of Memories is $54.38 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Anima: Gate of Memories | Ys X: Nordics |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Wait for Sale | 54 | 48 |
| Quality | 58 | 63 |
| Value | 74 | 49 |
| Popularity | 23 | 24 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $5.61 | $44.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 69.9% positive | 76.5% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 0 | 1 |
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Details and requirements
| Item | Anima: Gate of Memories | Ys X: Nordics |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | June 2, 2016 | October 25, 2024 |
| Developers | Anima Project | Nihon Falcom, PH3 GmbH |
| Publishers | Anima Publishing | NIS America, Inc. |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 7 or newer | Windows 10/11 |
| Processor (minimum) | Quad core processor | Intel Core i5-10400 |
| Memory (minimum) | 4 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 9.0c | Version 11 |
| Storage (minimum) | 6 GB available space | 7 GB available space |
| Graphics (minimum) | — | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Anima: Gate of Memories or Ys X: Nordics?
Anima: Gate of Memories won the comparison against Ys X: Nordics 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 Anima: Gate of Memories worth buying over Ys X: Nordics?
Based on the metrics, Anima: Gate of Memories 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. Anima: Gate of Memories currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 04:54 PM UTC