Gurumin: A Monstrous Adventure vs Kao the Kangaroo: Round 2 (2003 re-release)
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Kao the Kangaroo: Round 2 (2003 re-release) wins 9 of 13 head-to-head metrics. Kao the Kangaroo: Round 2 (2003 re-release) is $1.14 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Gurumin: A Monstrous Adventure | Kao the Kangaroo: Round 2 (2003 re-release) |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 60 | 68 |
| Quality | 73 | 76 |
| Value | 75 | 89 |
| Popularity | 23 | 28 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $1.81 | $0.67 |
| Steam Review Score | 91.5% positive | 94.8% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 1 | 11 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Gurumin: A Monstrous Adventure
Kinguin Cheapest Key marketplace$1.81−82%Buy 
GAMIVO Key marketplace$1.98−80%Buy 
Loaded Authorized reseller$1.99−80%Buy Kao the Kangaroo: Round 2 (2003 re-release)
Side by side over time
Gurumin: A Monstrous AdventureKao the Kangaroo: Round 2 (2003 re-release)
Details and requirements
| Item | Gurumin: A Monstrous Adventure | Kao the Kangaroo: Round 2 (2003 re-release) |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | March 30, 2015 | May 31, 2019 |
| Developers | Nihon Falcom, Mastiff | Tate Multimedia |
| Publishers | Mastiff | Tate Multimedia |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows XP, Vista, 7 | — |
| Processor (minimum) | Pentium III 1.0 GHz or higher | — |
| Memory (minimum) | 2 GB RAM | — |
| Graphics (minimum) | 64 MB VRAM, 3D accelerator compatible w/ DirectX 9.0c | — |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 9.0c | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 2 GB available space | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Gurumin: A Monstrous Adventure or Kao the Kangaroo: Round 2 (2003 re-release)?
Kao the Kangaroo: Round 2 (2003 re-release) won the comparison against Gurumin: A Monstrous Adventure 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 Gurumin: A Monstrous Adventure worth buying over Kao the Kangaroo: Round 2 (2003 re-release)?
Based on the metrics, Kao the Kangaroo: Round 2 (2003 re-release) 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. Kao the Kangaroo: Round 2 (2003 re-release) currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 01:07 PM UTC