CRYMACHINA vs Ys IX: Monstrum Nox
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Ys IX: Monstrum Nox wins 9 of 12 head-to-head metrics. Ys IX: Monstrum Nox is R$17.82 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | CRYMACHINA | Ys IX: Monstrum Nox |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Wait for Sale × Wait for Sale | 51 | 51 |
| Quality | 69 | 75 |
| Value | 55 | 44 |
| Popularity | 23 | 26 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 144.34 | R$ 125.22 |
| Steam Review Score | 85.9% positive | 94.5% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 2 | 11 |
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Details and requirements
| Item | CRYMACHINA | Ys IX: Monstrum Nox |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | October 24, 2023 | July 6, 2021 |
| Developers | FURYU Corporation | Nihon Falcom, PH3 GmbH |
| Publishers | NIS America, Inc. | NIS America, Inc. |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10/11 | Windows 10/8.1 64-bit |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i7-4770K / AMD Ryzen 5 1400 | AMD FX-8320 8-Core |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660 Ti / AMD Radeon Vega 56 | Radeon R7 370 |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | Version 11 |
| Storage (minimum) | 8 GB available space | 10 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: CRYMACHINA or Ys IX: Monstrum Nox?
Ys IX: Monstrum Nox won the comparison against CRYMACHINA 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 CRYMACHINA worth buying over Ys IX: Monstrum Nox?
Based on the metrics, Ys IX: Monstrum Nox 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. CRYMACHINA currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 05:35 PM UTC