Anodyne 2: Return to Dust vs Copycat
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Copycat wins 7 of 13 head-to-head metrics. Anodyne 2: Return to Dust is $0.16 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Anodyne 2: Return to Dust | Copycat |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 62 | 62 |
| Quality | 75 | 72 |
| Value | 77 | 76 |
| Popularity | 23 | 30 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $1.74 | $1.90 |
| Steam Review Score | 94.7% positive | 89.1% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 1 | 10 |
Where to buy
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Details and requirements
| Item | Anodyne 2: Return to Dust | Copycat |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | August 12, 2019 | September 19, 2024 |
| Developers | Melos Han-Tani, Marina Kittaka | Spoonful Of Wonder |
| Publishers | Analgesic Productions | Neverland Entertainment, CriticalLeap |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | — | Windows 10/11 (64 bit) |
| Processor (minimum) | — | Intel Core i5-4690K (3.5 GHz) / AMD FX-8300 (3.3 GHz) |
| Memory (minimum) | — | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | — | GeForce RTX 2080 / AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT (8 GB VRAM) |
| Storage (minimum) | — | 20 GB available space |
| Sound Card (minimum) | — | DirectX compatible sound card |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Anodyne 2: Return to Dust or Copycat?
Copycat won the comparison against Anodyne 2: Return to Dust 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 Anodyne 2: Return to Dust worth buying over Copycat?
Based on the metrics, Copycat 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. Anodyne 2: Return to Dust currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 03:41 PM UTC