Outer WildsVSThe Vanishing of Ethan Carter
Which game gives you more value right now? Every metric, head to head.
Outer Wilds
Better Deal· Kinguin
The Vanishing of Ethan Carter
Better Deal· KinguinWinner
Outer Wilds wins 10 of 14 head-to-head metrics.
Solid pick at the moment — it's holding up well and the price is fair for what you get.
Head-to-Head Metrics
Direct metric-by-metric comparison: winner determined by count, no weighting
Solid pick at the moment — it's holding up well and the price is fair for what you get.
Solid pick at the moment — it's holding up well and the price is fair for what you get.
Statistics Over Time
Side-by-side historical trends: same time range, same scale
Player Count Trends
· Concurrent players over timeReview Score Trends
· Positive review ratio over timeReview Volume Trends
— Total reviews accumulated over timePrice Comparison
Current deals and best prices side by side
Outer Wilds
5 Stores
Score Breakdown
How each game scores across quality, popularity, and affordability
Outer Wilds
Quality
Excellent community reception — players and critics agree on the quality.
Value
Acceptable value right now — fair price for the content.
Popularity
Smaller but still existing player base — longer wait times for multiplayer.
The Vanishing of Ethan Carter
Quality
Solid title that pleased most of its audience — general consensus is positive.
Value
Great timing to buy — competitive price for the content offered.
Popularity
Lost much of its active player base — community is quiet.
Game Details
Release information and metadata
System Requirements
PC minimum and recommended specs
Outer Wilds
Recommended
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10
- Processor: Intel Core i5-8400 | AMD Ryzen 5 2600X
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 | AMD Radeon RX 580
- Storage: 8 GB available space
- Additional Notes: Gamepad or Controller Recommended (Xbox and PS4 Natively Supported)
The Vanishing of Ethan Carter
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better: Outer Wilds or The Vanishing of Ethan Carter?
Outer Wilds won the comparison against The Vanishing of Ethan Carter 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 Outer Wilds worth buying over The Vanishing of Ethan Carter?
Based on the metrics, Outer Wilds 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. The Vanishing of Ethan Carter currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
Analysis updated: Jul 18, 2026, 06:04 PM UTC