Phasmophobia vs The Reflection
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Phasmophobia wins 9 of 13 head-to-head metrics. The Reflection is $7.00 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Phasmophobia | The Reflection |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Not Enough Data | 75 | 61 |
| Quality | 76 | 50 |
| Value | 83 | 79 |
| Popularity | 51 | 0 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $13.99 | $6.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 94.6% positive | N/A |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 9.9K | 9 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
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Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Phasmophobia | The Reflection |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | September 18, 2020 | October 23, 2026 |
| Developers | Kinetic Games | Pinwheels Studio |
| Publishers | Kinetic Games | Pinwheels Studio |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 64Bit | — |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5-10600 / AMD Ryzen 5 3600 | — |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | — |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA RTX 2060 / AMD Radeon RX 5700 | — |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | — |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Phasmophobia or The Reflection?
Phasmophobia won the comparison against The Reflection 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 Phasmophobia worth buying over The Reflection?
Based on the metrics, Phasmophobia 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. Phasmophobia currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 12:47 PM UTC