Kathy Rain: Director's Cut vs Lamplight City
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Kathy Rain: Director's Cut wins 12 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Kathy Rain: Director's Cut is $8.90 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: Director's Cut | Lamplight City |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Maybe | 74 | 59 |
| Quality | 91 | 81 |
| Value | 93 | 62 |
| Popularity | 26 | 24 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $2.69 | $11.59 |
| Steam Review Score | 92.9% positive | 89.5% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 10 | 2 |
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: Director's Cut | Lamplight City |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | October 26, 2021 | September 13, 2018 |
| Developers | Clifftop Games | Grundislav Games |
| Publishers | Raw Fury | Application Systems Heidelberg |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Kathy Rain: Director's Cut or Lamplight City?
Kathy Rain: Director's Cut won the comparison against Lamplight City 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: Director's Cut worth buying over Lamplight City?
Based on the metrics, Kathy Rain: Director's Cut 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. Kathy Rain: Director's Cut currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 12:08 PM UTC