Inscryption vs Menace from the Deep
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Inscryption wins 8 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Menace from the Deep is $5.11 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Inscryption | Menace from the Deep |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Maybe | 82 | 66 |
| Quality | 93 | 69 |
| Value | 91 | 92 |
| Popularity | 42 | 28 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $6.39 | $1.28 |
| Steam Review Score | 96.8% positive | 84.5% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 947 | 41 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Inscryption | Menace from the Deep |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | October 19, 2021 | November 11, 2024 |
| Developers | Daniel Mullins Games | Flat Lab |
| Publishers | Devolver Digital | Gamersky Games, Flat Lab |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 | Windows 10 |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5-3470 (4 * 3200); AMD FX-4350 (4 * 4200) | Intel Core i5-8600K 3.60 GHz |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | GeForce GTX 1050 2048 VRAM; Radeon RX 460 4096 VRAM | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 |
| Storage (minimum) | 3 GB available space | 3 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Inscryption or Menace from the Deep?
Inscryption won the comparison against Menace from the Deep 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 Inscryption worth buying over Menace from the Deep?
Based on the metrics, Inscryption 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. Menace from the Deep currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 10:46 AM UTC