BEAUTIFUL DESOLATION vs Minds Beneath Us
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
BEAUTIFUL DESOLATION wins 8 of 14 head-to-head metrics. BEAUTIFUL DESOLATION is $9.63 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | BEAUTIFUL DESOLATION | Minds Beneath Us |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 63 | 63 |
| Quality | 73 | 77 |
| Value | 66 | 70 |
| Popularity | 44 | 31 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $2.82 | $12.45 |
| Steam Review Score | 75.3% positive | 96.3% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 1 | 45 |
Where to buy
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Details and requirements
| Item | BEAUTIFUL DESOLATION | Minds Beneath Us |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | February 26, 2020 | July 31, 2024 |
| Developers | THE BROTHERHOOD | BearBoneStudio |
| Publishers | THE BROTHERHOOD | BearBoneStudio |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 64-bit or newer | Windows 10 |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5-2400 @ 3.10 GHz / AMD Phenom II X6 1100T | Intel i7 7700/Ryzen R7 1700 |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA GeForce GTX | Nvidia RTX 3060 |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 14 GB available space | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: BEAUTIFUL DESOLATION or Minds Beneath Us?
BEAUTIFUL DESOLATION won the comparison against Minds Beneath Us 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 BEAUTIFUL DESOLATION worth buying over Minds Beneath Us?
Based on the metrics, BEAUTIFUL DESOLATION 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. Minds Beneath Us currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 02:58 PM UTC