Hatoful Boyfriend vs Hatoful Boyfriend: Holiday Star
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Hatoful Boyfriend wins 11 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Hatoful Boyfriend is $3.37 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Hatoful Boyfriend | Hatoful Boyfriend: Holiday Star |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 63 | 55 |
| Quality | 84 | 77 |
| Value | 65 | 40 |
| Popularity | 30 | 43 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $6.60 | $9.97 |
| Steam Review Score | 94.5% positive | 94.9% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 2 | 0 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
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Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Hatoful Boyfriend | Hatoful Boyfriend: Holiday Star |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | September 4, 2014 | December 5, 2015 |
| Developers | Mediatonic, Hato Moa | Mediatonic |
| Publishers | Epic Games | Epic Games |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Hatoful Boyfriend or Hatoful Boyfriend: Holiday Star?
Hatoful Boyfriend won the comparison against Hatoful Boyfriend: Holiday Star 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 Hatoful Boyfriend worth buying over Hatoful Boyfriend: Holiday Star?
Based on the metrics, Hatoful Boyfriend 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. Hatoful Boyfriend currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 01:48 PM UTC