Northern Journey vs Slime Rancher 2
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Slime Rancher 2 wins 11 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Slime Rancher 2 is $1.60 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Northern Journey | Slime Rancher 2 |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Wait for Sale × Maybe | 53 | 65 |
| Quality | 77 | 76 |
| Value | 46 | 67 |
| Popularity | 29 | 38 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $11.99 | $10.39 |
| Steam Review Score | 96.5% positive | 94.5% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 4 | 975 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Northern Journey | Slime Rancher 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | August 18, 2021 | September 23, 2025 |
| Developers | Slid Studio | Monomi Park |
| Publishers | Slid Studio | Monomi Park |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | — | Windows 10 64-bit |
| Processor (minimum) | — | Intel i5-8400 / AMD Ryzen 5 1500X |
| Memory (minimum) | — | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | — | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 / AMD RX 5700 |
| DirectX (minimum) | — | Version 11 |
| Storage (minimum) | — | 8 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Northern Journey or Slime Rancher 2?
Slime Rancher 2 won the comparison against Northern Journey 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 Northern Journey worth buying over Slime Rancher 2?
Based on the metrics, Slime Rancher 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. Slime Rancher 2 currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 05:38 PM UTC