Minds Beneath Us vs Shadows Over Loathing
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Minds Beneath Us wins 11 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Minds Beneath Us is $10.54 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Minds Beneath Us | Shadows Over Loathing |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 63 | 58 |
| Quality | 77 | 91 |
| Value | 70 | 47 |
| Popularity | 31 | 28 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $12.45 | $22.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 96.3% positive | 95.8% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 42 | 27 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
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Details and requirements
| Item | Minds Beneath Us | Shadows Over Loathing |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | July 31, 2024 | November 11, 2022 |
| Developers | BearBoneStudio | Asymmetric |
| Publishers | BearBoneStudio | Asymmetric |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 | Windows 7 SP1+ |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel i7 7700/Ryzen R7 1700 | 3.3 GHz Intel® Core™2 Duo or better |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 4 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | Nvidia RTX 3060 | 1 GB card with DX10 (shader model 4.0) capabilities |
| Additional Notes (minimum) | For any GPU requirement at least 6GB Vram | — |
| Storage (minimum) | — | 4 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Minds Beneath Us or Shadows Over Loathing?
Minds Beneath Us won the comparison against Shadows Over Loathing 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 Minds Beneath Us worth buying over Shadows Over Loathing?
Based on the metrics, Minds Beneath Us 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. Minds Beneath Us currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 01:00 PM UTC