LOGBOOK: Beneath the Storm vs Murders on the Yangtze River
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Murders on the Yangtze River wins 9 of 14 head-to-head metrics. LOGBOOK: Beneath the Storm is $1.33 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | LOGBOOK: Beneath the Storm | Murders on the Yangtze River |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Wait for Sale × Maybe | 48 | 68 |
| Quality | 23 | 78 |
| Value | 95 | 76 |
| Popularity | 19 | 34 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $2.90 | $4.23 |
| Steam Review Score | 30.8% positive | 96.8% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 0 | 77 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
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Details and requirements
| Item | LOGBOOK: Beneath the Storm | Murders on the Yangtze River |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | September 3, 2026 | January 30, 2024 |
| Developers | Pink Iceberg Games | OMEGAMES STUDIO |
| Publishers | Pink Iceberg Games | NPC Entertainment, OMEGAMES STUDIO |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows | Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 / Windows 11 (64-bit) | — |
| Processor (minimum) | Any modern dual-core CPU (e.g., Intel Core i3-6100 / AMD Ryzen 3 1200 or better) | — |
| Memory (minimum) | 6 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | Integrated graphics (Intel UHD 620 / AMD Vega 8 or better) | — |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 12 | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 500 MB available space | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: LOGBOOK: Beneath the Storm or Murders on the Yangtze River?
Murders on the Yangtze River won the comparison against LOGBOOK: Beneath the Storm 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 LOGBOOK: Beneath the Storm worth buying over Murders on the Yangtze River?
Based on the metrics, Murders on the Yangtze River 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. LOGBOOK: Beneath the Storm currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 03:19 PM UTC