Atelier Ayesha: The Alchemist of Dusk DX vs Atelier Sophie 2: The Alchemist of the Mysterious Dream
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Atelier Sophie 2: The Alchemist of the Mysterious Dream wins 12 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Atelier Sophie 2: The Alchemist of the Mysterious Dream is $5.91 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Atelier Ayesha: The Alchemist of Dusk DX | Atelier Sophie 2: The Alchemist of the Mysterious Dream |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 55 | 67 |
| Quality | 73 | 90 |
| Value | 60 | 73 |
| Popularity | 22 | 27 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $30.00 | $24.09 |
| Steam Review Score | 92.4% positive | 94% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 10 | 34 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Atelier Ayesha: The Alchemist of Dusk DX
Atelier Sophie 2: The Alchemist of the Mysterious Dream
Loaded Cheapest Authorized reseller$24.09−60%Buy 
GAMIVO Key marketplace$26.32−56%Buy 
Kinguin Key marketplace$42.93−28%Buy Side by side over time
Atelier Ayesha: The Alchemist of Dusk DXAtelier Sophie 2: The Alchemist of the Mysterious Dream
Details and requirements
| Item | Atelier Ayesha: The Alchemist of Dusk DX | Atelier Sophie 2: The Alchemist of the Mysterious Dream |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | January 14, 2020 | February 24, 2022 |
| Developers | KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD. | KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD. |
| Publishers | KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD. | KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD. |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows® 10 (64bit required) | Windows® 10, 64bit |
| Processor (minimum) | Core i7 3.4GHz over | Intel Core i7 6700 or over, AMD Ryzen 5 1500X or over |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA GeForce GTX960 or better, 1920x1080 (Graphic Memory 2GB or better) | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 or over, AMD Radeon RX 580 or over, 1920x1080 |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | Version 11 |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | Broadband Internet connection |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Atelier Ayesha: The Alchemist of Dusk DX or Atelier Sophie 2: The Alchemist of the Mysterious Dream?
Atelier Sophie 2: The Alchemist of the Mysterious Dream won the comparison against Atelier Ayesha: The Alchemist of Dusk DX 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 Atelier Ayesha: The Alchemist of Dusk DX worth buying over Atelier Sophie 2: The Alchemist of the Mysterious Dream?
Based on the metrics, Atelier Sophie 2: The Alchemist of the Mysterious Dream 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. Atelier Sophie 2: The Alchemist of the Mysterious Dream currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 03:09 PM UTC