Anima: Gate of Memories vs Luminary
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Anima: Gate of Memories wins 8 of 12 head-to-head metrics. Anima: Gate of Memories is $11.30 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Anima: Gate of Memories | Luminary |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 54 | 56 |
| Quality | 58 | 60 |
| Value | 74 | 61 |
| Popularity | 23 | 41 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $5.61 | $16.91 |
| Steam Review Score | 69.9% positive | 73.7% positive |
Where to buy
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Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Anima: Gate of Memories | Luminary |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | June 2, 2016 | August 11, 2026 |
| Developers | Anima Project | Refractive Entertainment |
| Publishers | Anima Publishing | Refractive Entertainment |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 7 or newer | Windows 11 |
| Processor (minimum) | Quad core processor | AMD Ryzen 9 3900X |
| Memory (minimum) | 4 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 9.0c | Version 12 |
| Storage (minimum) | 6 GB available space | 20 GB available space |
| Graphics (minimum) | — | Nvidia RTX 2080 (8gb VRAM) |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Anima: Gate of Memories or Luminary?
Anima: Gate of Memories won the comparison against Luminary 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 Anima: Gate of Memories worth buying over Luminary?
Based on the metrics, Anima: Gate of Memories 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. Anima: Gate of Memories currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 04:28 PM UTC