SAMURAI MAIDEN vs Ys X: Nordics
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Ys X: Nordics wins 7 of 13 head-to-head metrics. SAMURAI MAIDEN is $51.95 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | SAMURAI MAIDEN | Ys X: Nordics |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Wait for Sale | 55 | 48 |
| Quality | 52 | 63 |
| Value | 82 | 49 |
| Popularity | 23 | 24 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $8.04 | $44.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 61% positive | 76.5% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 1 | 1 |
Where to buy
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Details and requirements
| Item | SAMURAI MAIDEN | Ys X: Nordics |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | December 8, 2022 | October 25, 2024 |
| Developers | SHADE Inc. | Nihon Falcom, PH3 GmbH |
| Publishers | D3PUBLISHER | NIS America, Inc. |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 / Windows 11 | Windows 10/11 |
| Processor (minimum) | intel Core i7 8700K / AMD Ryzen 5 3600 | Intel Core i5-10400 |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 8GB / AMD Radeon RX VEGA 56 8GB | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 12 | Version 11 |
| Storage (minimum) | 10 GB available space | 7 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: SAMURAI MAIDEN or Ys X: Nordics?
Ys X: Nordics won the comparison against SAMURAI MAIDEN 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 SAMURAI MAIDEN worth buying over Ys X: Nordics?
Based on the metrics, Ys X: Nordics 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. SAMURAI MAIDEN currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 05:26 PM UTC