Kathy Rain 2: Soothsayer vs Shanwen
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Kathy Rain 2: Soothsayer wins 9 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Shanwen is R$35.25 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Kathy Rain 2: Soothsayer | Shanwen |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Not Enough Data | 57 | 59 |
| Quality | 90 | 50 |
| Value | 46 | 73 |
| Popularity | 25 | 0 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 59.99 | R$ 24.74 |
| Steam Review Score | 96% positive | 94.4% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 13 | 9 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Kathy Rain 2: Soothsayer | Shanwen |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | May 20, 2025 | October 14, 2026 |
| Developers | Clifftop Games | FirstMove Studio |
| Publishers | Raw Fury | FirstMove Studio |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 or higher | — |
| Processor (minimum) | 1st Gen Intel i5, 4 Cores, ~2.7Ghz | — |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | — |
| Graphics (minimum) | Nvidia GeForce GTX670 | — |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 10 | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 2 GB available space | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Kathy Rain 2: Soothsayer or Shanwen?
Kathy Rain 2: Soothsayer won the comparison against Shanwen 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 Kathy Rain 2: Soothsayer worth buying over Shanwen?
Based on the metrics, Kathy Rain 2: Soothsayer 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. Shanwen currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 05:21 PM UTC