Boss Key vs Linkito
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Linkito wins 13 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Linkito is $9.43 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Boss Key | Linkito |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Not Enough Data × Maybe | 57 | 66 |
| Quality | 50 | 82 |
| Value | 70 | 84 |
| Popularity | 0 | 18 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $9.99 | $0.56 |
| Steam Review Score | N/A | 87.6% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 0 | 4 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Boss Key | Linkito |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | August 14, 2026 | July 23, 2024 |
| Developers | Institute of Card Game Studies | Kalinarm |
| Publishers | Institute of Card Game Studies | Playdigious Originals, Kimeria Games |
| Platforms | Windows | Linux, Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 / 11 (64-bit) | Windows 10 |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5-7500 or AMD Ryzen 3 1200 | 3.5Ghz processing power |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 12 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 650 Ti, AMD Radeon HD 7850 or better | NVIDIA GTX 960 or equivalent |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | — |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Boss Key or Linkito?
Linkito won the comparison against Boss Key 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 Boss Key worth buying over Linkito?
Based on the metrics, Linkito 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. Linkito currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 12:46 PM UTC