Shining Resonance Refrain vs Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Shining Resonance Refrain wins 8 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Shining Resonance Refrain is R$88.88 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Shining Resonance Refrain | Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Wait for Sale | 58 | 48 |
| Quality | 68 | 82 |
| Value | 76 | 23 |
| Popularity | 24 | 31 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 19.11 | R$ 103.00 |
| Steam Review Score | 72.2% positive | 90.7% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 7 | 29 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Shining Resonance Refrain
Kinguin Cheapest Key marketplaceR$19.11−85%Buy 
GAMIVO Key marketplaceR$19.85−85%Buy 
Loaded Authorized resellerR$24.09−81%Buy Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA
Side by side over time
Shining Resonance RefrainYs VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA
Details and requirements
| Item | Shining Resonance Refrain | Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | July 9, 2018 | April 16, 2018 |
| Developers | SEGA | Nihon Falcom |
| Publishers | SEGA | NIS America, Inc. |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Microsoft Windows 7 / 8 (8.1) / 10 | Windows 10/8.1 64-bit |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5 (3.4 GHz) or AMD equivalent | AMD FX-8320 8-Core |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | Video card with 2 GB RAM (Nvidia GeForce 660 Ti or AMD Radeon R9 270) | Radeon R7 370 |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | Version 11 |
| Storage (minimum) | — | 30 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Shining Resonance Refrain or Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA?
Shining Resonance Refrain won the comparison against Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA 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 Shining Resonance Refrain worth buying over Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA?
Based on the metrics, Shining Resonance Refrain 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. Shining Resonance Refrain currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 01:05 PM UTC