Anodyne 2: Return to Dust vs GIRLS MADE PUDDING
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Anodyne 2: Return to Dust wins 7 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Anodyne 2: Return to Dust is $8.25 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 | GIRLS MADE PUDDING |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Wait for Sale | 62 | 52 |
| Quality | 75 | 76 |
| Value | 77 | 46 |
| Popularity | 23 | 24 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $1.74 | $9.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 94.7% positive | 95.5% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 1 | 6 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Anodyne 2: Return to Dust
Kinguin Cheapest Key marketplace$1.74−91%Buy 
GAMIVO Key marketplace$2.11−89%Buy 
Green Man Gaming Authorized reseller$4.92−75%Buy GIRLS MADE PUDDING
Side by side over time
Anodyne 2: Return to DustGIRLS MADE PUDDING
Details and requirements
| Item | Anodyne 2: Return to Dust | GIRLS MADE PUDDING |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | August 12, 2019 | April 9, 2025 |
| Developers | Melos Han-Tani, Marina Kittaka | Kazuhide Oka |
| Publishers | Analgesic Productions | KAMITSUBAKI STUDIO |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | — | Windows 11 |
| Processor (minimum) | — | intel Core i5 |
| Memory (minimum) | — | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | — | GeForce GTX 1650 |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Anodyne 2: Return to Dust or GIRLS MADE PUDDING?
Anodyne 2: Return to Dust won the comparison against GIRLS MADE PUDDING 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 GIRLS MADE PUDDING?
Based on the metrics, Anodyne 2: Return to Dust 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, 02:36 PM UTC