Eternal Strands vs Ys X: Nordics
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Eternal Strands wins 10 of 13 head-to-head metrics. Eternal Strands is $32.76 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Eternal Strands | Ys X: Nordics |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Wait for Sale × Wait for Sale | 49 | 48 |
| Quality | 70 | 63 |
| Value | 41 | 49 |
| Popularity | 26 | 24 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $27.23 | $44.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 87.3% positive | 76.5% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 10 | 1 |
Where to buy
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Details and requirements
| Item | Eternal Strands | Ys X: Nordics |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | January 28, 2025 | October 25, 2024 |
| Developers | Yellow Brick Games | Nihon Falcom, PH3 GmbH |
| Publishers | Yellow Brick Games | NIS America, Inc. |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 / Windows 11 | Windows 10/11 |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5-11600 / AMD Ryzen 5 5600X | Intel Core i5-10400 |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | Nvidia GeForce RTX 3070 8GB / AMD Radeon RX 6800 16GB / Intel Arc A770 | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 12 | Version 11 |
| Storage (minimum) | 24 GB available space | 7 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Eternal Strands or Ys X: Nordics?
Eternal Strands 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 Eternal Strands worth buying over Ys X: Nordics?
Based on the metrics, Eternal Strands 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. Ys X: Nordics currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 12:11 PM UTC