Core Keeper vs Forgotten Seas
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Core Keeper wins 10 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Forgotten Seas is $4.79 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Core Keeper | Forgotten Seas |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Wait for Sale | 74 | 50 |
| Quality | 91 | 61 |
| Value | 72 | 58 |
| Popularity | 42 | 22 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $6.72 | $1.93 |
| Steam Review Score | 92.9% positive | 75.3% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 11.4K | 10 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Core Keeper | Forgotten Seas |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | August 27, 2024 | October 11, 2025 |
| Developers | Pugstorm | Pangea Game Studios |
| Publishers | Fireshine Games, bilibili | indie.io |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 64-bit | — |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5-8400 / AMD Ryzen 7 2700X | — |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | — |
| Graphics (minimum) | GeForce GTX 1050 Ti / Radeon R9 280X | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Core Keeper or Forgotten Seas?
Core Keeper won the comparison against Forgotten Seas 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 Core Keeper worth buying over Forgotten Seas?
Based on the metrics, Core Keeper 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. Core Keeper currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 12:55 PM UTC