Fate/Samurai Remnant vs Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Fate/Samurai Remnant wins 8 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Fate/Samurai Remnant is $12.30 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Fate/Samurai Remnant | Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Wait for Sale | 64 | 48 |
| Quality | 86 | 82 |
| Value | 67 | 24 |
| Popularity | 30 | 31 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $25.99 | $19.81 |
| Steam Review Score | 90.4% positive | 90.7% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 85 | 29 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
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Details and requirements
| Item | Fate/Samurai Remnant | Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | September 28, 2023 | April 16, 2018 |
| Developers | KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD. | Nihon Falcom |
| Publishers | KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD. | NIS America, Inc. |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows® 10, 64bit / Windows® 11 | Windows 10/8.1 64-bit |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i7-4770 / AMD Ryzen 5 2600 or over | AMD FX-8320 8-Core |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 6GB / AMD Radeon RX5600XT 6GB or over | Radeon R7 370 |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | Version 11 |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Fate/Samurai Remnant or Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA?
Fate/Samurai Remnant won the comparison against Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA 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 Fate/Samurai Remnant worth buying over Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA?
Based on the metrics, Fate/Samurai Remnant 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. Fate/Samurai Remnant currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 04:19 PM UTC