ISLANDERS: New Shores vs Mr. E's Magic Maze
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
ISLANDERS: New Shores wins 11 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Mr. E's Magic Maze is R$8.31 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | ISLANDERS: New Shores | Mr. E's Magic Maze |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Not Enough Data | 74 | 57 |
| Quality | 91 | 50 |
| Value | 72 | 70 |
| Popularity | 25 | 0 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 16.26 | R$ 7.95 |
| Steam Review Score | 96.1% positive | N/A |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 39 | 0 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
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Details and requirements
| Item | ISLANDERS: New Shores | Mr. E's Magic Maze |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | July 10, 2025 | July 24, 2026 |
| Developers | The Station | Andrew Ryan Ellingson |
| Publishers | Thunderful Publishing, Coatsink | Andrew Ryan Ellingson |
| Platforms | Windows, MacOs | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 64-bit | Windows 10/11 (64‑bit) |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5 8400 | Quad‑core CPU ~2.5–3.0 GHz or better |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050 | Discrete GPU or strong integrated GPU |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | Version 11 |
| Storage (minimum) | 4 GB available space | 1 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: ISLANDERS: New Shores or Mr. E's Magic Maze?
ISLANDERS: New Shores won the comparison against Mr. E's Magic Maze 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 ISLANDERS: New Shores worth buying over Mr. E's Magic Maze?
Based on the metrics, ISLANDERS: New Shores 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. ISLANDERS: New Shores currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 04:03 PM UTC