The Endless Empty vs YIIK: A Postmodern RPG
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
YIIK: A Postmodern RPG wins 9 of 14 head-to-head metrics. The Endless Empty is $11.12 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | The Endless Empty | YIIK: A Postmodern RPG |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 56 | 55 |
| Quality | 76 | 71 |
| Value | 46 | 60 |
| Popularity | 40 | 24 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $3.99 | $15.11 |
| Steam Review Score | 97.1% positive | 80.1% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 0 | 1 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
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Details and requirements
| Item | The Endless Empty | YIIK: A Postmodern RPG |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | November 3, 2018 | January 17, 2019 |
| Developers | Erik Sheader-Smith, Equation Feeder Games | Ackk Studios |
| Publishers | Erik Sheader-Smith, Equation Feeder Games | Ysbryd Games |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | Windows Xp / Vista / 7 | — |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Pentium 4 2.0 GHz | — |
| Memory (minimum) | 512 MB RAM | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 880 MB available space | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: The Endless Empty or YIIK: A Postmodern RPG?
YIIK: A Postmodern RPG won the comparison against The Endless Empty 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 The Endless Empty worth buying over YIIK: A Postmodern RPG?
Based on the metrics, YIIK: A Postmodern RPG 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. YIIK: A Postmodern RPG currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 03:37 PM UTC