Urtuk: The Desolation vs Wulin Chess
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Urtuk: The Desolation wins 8 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Wulin Chess is $6.20 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Urtuk: The Desolation | Wulin Chess |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Wait for Sale × Maybe | 47 | 64 |
| Quality | 71 | 59 |
| Value | 37 | 84 |
| Popularity | 27 | 42 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $13.99 | $7.79 |
| Steam Review Score | 87.8% positive | 71.9% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 31 | 0 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Urtuk: The Desolation | Wulin Chess |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | February 27, 2021 | February 1, 2024 |
| Developers | David Kaleta | LameCat Studio |
| Publishers | David Kaleta | East2west Games |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10 | — |
| Processor (minimum) | 2+ Ghz | — |
| Memory (minimum) | 2 GB RAM | — |
| Graphics (minimum) | OpenGL 2.0 compatible video card with 256 MB | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 600 MB available space | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Urtuk: The Desolation or Wulin Chess?
Urtuk: The Desolation won the comparison against Wulin Chess 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 Urtuk: The Desolation worth buying over Wulin Chess?
Based on the metrics, Urtuk: The Desolation 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. Wulin Chess currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 01:01 PM UTC