Skeleton Horde vs Yellow Submarine

How close are they?

ΔE 38.6, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Yellow Submarine is noticeably darker, much more saturated than Skeleton Horde.

Can I use Yellow Submarine instead of Skeleton Horde?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 39). Yellow Submarine is noticeably darker, much more saturated than Skeleton Horde.

Can I use Skeleton Horde instead of Yellow Submarine?

The same difference applies the other way round: Skeleton Horde is noticeably lighter, much more muted.

ΔE is the colour difference between our two swatch estimates: under about 6 is close, over about 15 is loose. Real paints also differ in finish, coverage and how they thin, so test before you commit.