Heroes of the Three Kingdoms 5 vs Kingdom Heroes 8
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Kingdom Heroes 8 wins 8 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Heroes of the Three Kingdoms 5 is $24.69 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Heroes of the Three Kingdoms 5 | Kingdom Heroes 8 |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Wait for Sale | 61 | 49 |
| Quality | 66 | 50 |
| Value | 88 | 58 |
| Popularity | 19 | 33 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $1.98 | $26.67 |
| Steam Review Score | 83.3% positive | 55.2% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 33 | 200 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Heroes of the Three Kingdoms 5
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Heroes of the Three Kingdoms 5 | Kingdom Heroes 8 |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | November 12, 2020 | January 12, 2021 |
| Developers | USERJOY Technology Co.,Ltd. | USERJOY Technology Co.,Ltd. |
| Publishers | USERJOY Technology Co.,Ltd., Phoenix Game | USERJOY Technology Co.,Ltd., Phoenix Game |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | — | Windows® 10, Windows® 8.1, Windows® 7 |
| Processor (minimum) | — | Intel Core i7-6700 |
| Memory (minimum) | — | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | — | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB |
| DirectX (minimum) | — | Version 11 |
| Network (minimum) | — | Broadband Internet connection |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Heroes of the Three Kingdoms 5 or Kingdom Heroes 8?
Kingdom Heroes 8 won the comparison against Heroes of the Three Kingdoms 5 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 Heroes of the Three Kingdoms 5 worth buying over Kingdom Heroes 8?
Based on the metrics, Kingdom Heroes 8 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. Heroes of the Three Kingdoms 5 currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 01:26 PM UTC