Monster Train 2 vs Yao-Guai Hunter
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Monster Train 2 wins 10 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Yao-Guai Hunter is $5.99 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Monster Train 2 | Yao-Guai Hunter |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Wait for Sale | 78 | 49 |
| Quality | 93 | 68 |
| Value | 85 | 46 |
| Popularity | 32 | 27 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $14.86 | $8.87 |
| Steam Review Score | 95.2% positive | 83.1% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 876 | 32 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Monster Train 2 | Yao-Guai Hunter |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | May 21, 2025 | April 17, 2025 |
| Developers | Shiny Shoe | MyACG Studio |
| Publishers | Big Fan Games | MyACG Studio |
| Platforms | Windows, MacOs | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 11 x64 Bit | Windows 7/Windows 8 |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5-9600 / AMD Ryzen 5 1600 | 2core CPU 3.5GB or quicker |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 4 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | GeForce GTX 1080 (8192 MB) Radeon RX 5700 (8192 MB) | Discrete graphics 1GB |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 12 | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 3 GB available space | 5 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Monster Train 2 or Yao-Guai Hunter?
Monster Train 2 won the comparison against Yao-Guai Hunter 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 Monster Train 2 worth buying over Yao-Guai Hunter?
Based on the metrics, Monster Train 2 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. Monster Train 2 currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 01:53 PM UTC