ROUTINE vs Still Wakes the Deep
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Still Wakes the Deep wins 10 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Still Wakes the Deep is $8.77 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | ROUTINE | Still Wakes the Deep |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Worth It | 67 | 72 |
| Quality | 87 | 83 |
| Value | 71 | 79 |
| Popularity | 31 | 33 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $13.90 | $5.13 |
| Steam Review Score | 91.6% positive | 87.2% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 33 | 71 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | ROUTINE | Still Wakes the Deep |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | December 4, 2025 | June 18, 2024 |
| Developers | Lunar Software | The Chinese Room |
| Publishers | Raw Fury | Secret Mode |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5-13600K / AMD Ryzen 5 7600X | Intel Core i5-11600 / Ryzen 5 5600X |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | Nvidia GeForce RTX 2060 / Radeon RX 5700 | NVIDIA RTX 2070 / AMD RX 6700 XT / Intel® Arc™ A750 Graphics Card |
| OS (minimum) | — | Windows 10 (64 bit required) with DirectX 12 |
| DirectX (minimum) | — | Version 12 |
| Storage (minimum) | — | 9 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: ROUTINE or Still Wakes the Deep?
Still Wakes the Deep won the comparison against ROUTINE 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 ROUTINE worth buying over Still Wakes the Deep?
Based on the metrics, Still Wakes the Deep 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. Still Wakes the Deep currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 12:58 PM UTC