In Sound Mind vs My Friendly Neighborhood
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
In Sound Mind wins 8 of 15 head-to-head metrics. In Sound Mind is $0.54 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | In Sound Mind | My Friendly Neighborhood |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Worth It | 67 | 69 |
| Quality | 87 | 91 |
| Value | 73 | 78 |
| Popularity | 30 | 28 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $2.49 | $3.03 |
| Steam Review Score | 94.9% positive | 96.2% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 15 | 11 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | In Sound Mind | My Friendly Neighborhood |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | September 28, 2021 | July 18, 2023 |
| Developers | We Create Stuff | John Szymanski, Evan Szymanski |
| Publishers | Black Lantern Collective | DreadXP |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | 64-bit Windows 10 | Windows 7 64-bit or later |
| Processor (minimum) | Core i7-3770 / AMD FX-9590 | Quad Core 2.5 GHz or faster |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 12 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 / AMD Radeon RX 480 | NVIDIA 980 TI |
| Storage (minimum) | 20 GB available space | 15 GB available space |
| Sound Card (minimum) | — | 100% DirectX compatible card or onboard sound |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: In Sound Mind or My Friendly Neighborhood?
In Sound Mind won the comparison against My Friendly Neighborhood 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 In Sound Mind worth buying over My Friendly Neighborhood?
Based on the metrics, In Sound Mind 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. My Friendly Neighborhood currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 03:25 PM UTC