Braid, Anniversary Edition vs Planet of Lana
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Planet of Lana wins 12 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Planet of Lana is $0.94 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Braid, Anniversary Edition | Planet of Lana |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 56 | 65 |
| Quality | 74 | 88 |
| Value | 58 | 64 |
| Popularity | 26 | 32 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $1.73 | $0.79 |
| Steam Review Score | 92.8% positive | 93.1% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 17 | 33 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
Braid, Anniversary EditionPlanet of Lana
Details and requirements
| Item | Braid, Anniversary Edition | Planet of Lana |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | May 14, 2024 | May 23, 2023 |
| Developers | Thekla, Inc. | Wishfully |
| Publishers | Thekla, Inc. | Thunderful Publishing |
| Platforms | Windows, MacOs | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 11 64-bit | Windows 10 |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5-11400F / AMD Ryzen 5 3400G | Intel Core i7 |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA GTX 1070 / AMD Radeon RX 5500 XT | GTX 1060 |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 4 GB available space | 10 GB available space |
| Sound Card (minimum) | DirectX compatible | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Braid, Anniversary Edition or Planet of Lana?
Planet of Lana won the comparison against Braid, Anniversary Edition 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 Braid, Anniversary Edition worth buying over Planet of Lana?
Based on the metrics, Planet of Lana 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. Planet of Lana currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 04:35 PM UTC