Core Keeper vs The Flame in the Flood
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Core Keeper wins 10 of 14 head-to-head metrics. The Flame in the Flood is R$25.01 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Core Keeper | The Flame in the Flood |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Worth It | 74 | 70 |
| Quality | 91 | 73 |
| Value | 69 | 78 |
| Popularity | 42 | 28 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 32.03 | R$ 7.02 |
| Steam Review Score | 92.9% positive | 76% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 10.1K | 8 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
Core KeeperThe Flame in the Flood
Details and requirements
| Item | Core Keeper | The Flame in the Flood |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | August 27, 2024 | February 24, 2016 |
| Developers | Pugstorm | The Molasses Flood |
| Publishers | Fireshine Games, bilibili | CD PROJEKT RED |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows | Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 64-bit | Windows 7 64 bit (requires 64 bit OS) |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5-8400 / AMD Ryzen 7 2700X | Dual Core Processor, 2.5 GHz or higher |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | 4 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | GeForce GTX 1050 Ti / Radeon R9 280X | — |
| DirectX (minimum) | — | Version 11 |
| Network (minimum) | — | Broadband Internet connection |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Core Keeper or The Flame in the Flood?
Core Keeper won the comparison against The Flame in the Flood 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 The Flame in the Flood?
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. The Flame in the Flood currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 04:26 PM UTC