Gone Home vs Thirty Flights of Loving
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Gone Home wins 10 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Thirty Flights of Loving is $0.86 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Gone Home | Thirty Flights of Loving |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 66 | 67 |
| Quality | 80 | 76 |
| Value | 75 | 70 |
| Popularity | 33 | 50 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $2.06 | $1.20 |
| Steam Review Score | 77.3% positive | 70.4% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 5 | 0 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Gone Home | Thirty Flights of Loving |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | August 15, 2013 | August 20, 2012 |
| Developers | Fullbright | Blendo Games |
| Publishers | Serenity Forge, Fullbright | Klei Publishing, Blendo Games |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Gone Home or Thirty Flights of Loving?
Gone Home won the comparison against Thirty Flights of Loving 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 Gone Home worth buying over Thirty Flights of Loving?
Based on the metrics, Gone Home 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. Gone Home currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 06:11 PM UTC