Mysteria ~Occult Shadows~ vs Neptunia Virtual Stars
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Neptunia Virtual Stars wins 7 of 13 head-to-head metrics. Neptunia Virtual Stars is $10.79 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Mysteria ~Occult Shadows~ | Neptunia Virtual Stars |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Wait for Sale × Maybe | 51 | 59 |
| Quality | 56 | 48 |
| Value | 39 | 82 |
| Popularity | 56 | 42 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $12.99 | $2.20 |
| Steam Review Score | 64.4% positive | 55.5% positive |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Mysteria ~Occult Shadows~
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Details and requirements
| Item | Mysteria ~Occult Shadows~ | Neptunia Virtual Stars |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | September 29, 2020 | March 29, 2021 |
| Developers | U-Secret Studio | Idea Factory, Compile Heart |
| Publishers | U-Secret Studio | Idea Factory International |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Win7 64Bit/Win8 Win8.1 64Bit/Win10 64Bit | — |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core I5 6500 / AMD CPU FX8350 | — |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | — |
| Graphics (minimum) | Nvidia GeForce GTX970/1060 or AMD GPU RadeonR9 290 | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 15 GB available space | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Mysteria ~Occult Shadows~ or Neptunia Virtual Stars?
Neptunia Virtual Stars won the comparison against Mysteria ~Occult Shadows~ 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 Mysteria ~Occult Shadows~ worth buying over Neptunia Virtual Stars?
Based on the metrics, Neptunia Virtual Stars 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. Neptunia Virtual Stars currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 02:54 PM UTC