SteamWorld Dig 2 vs Yoku's Island Express
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Yoku's Island Express wins 8 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Yoku's Island Express is $1.86 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | SteamWorld Dig 2 | Yoku's Island Express |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Wait for Sale | 68 | 53 |
| Quality | 92 | 92 |
| Value | 73 | 31 |
| Popularity | 30 | 28 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $3.00 | $1.14 |
| Steam Review Score | 95.6% positive | 96% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 24 | 15 |
Where to buy
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Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | SteamWorld Dig 2 | Yoku's Island Express |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | September 22, 2017 | May 29, 2018 |
| Developers | Image & Form Games | Villa Gorilla |
| Publishers | Image & Form Games | Team17 Digital Ltd |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Windows |
| Processor (minimum) | 2 GHz dual-core | — |
| Graphics (minimum) | Geforce GTX 660 / Radeon 7870 or better. | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: SteamWorld Dig 2 or Yoku's Island Express?
Yoku's Island Express won the comparison against SteamWorld Dig 2 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 SteamWorld Dig 2 worth buying over Yoku's Island Express?
Based on the metrics, Yoku's Island Express 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. SteamWorld Dig 2 currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 02:29 PM UTC