Kitaria Fables vs Return from Core
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Kitaria Fables wins 8 of 13 head-to-head metrics. Kitaria Fables is $4.42 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Kitaria Fables | Return from Core |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Wait for Sale | 57 | 53 |
| Quality | 61 | 62 |
| Value | 77 | 64 |
| Popularity | 25 | 26 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $0.64 | $5.06 |
| Steam Review Score | 73.2% positive | 75% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 9 | 9 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Kitaria Fables | Return from Core |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | September 1, 2021 | July 17, 2025 |
| Developers | Twin Hearts, Secret Level Studios | 顽核社 Funcore Club |
| Publishers | PQube | 2P Games, Shochiku |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | 64 bit Windows 10 / 8 / 7 | Windows 10 64 bit |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5-4460 3.2 GHz / AMD Ryzen 5 1600X 3.6GHz | Intel Core i5-3470 |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | GeForce GTX 960 / Radeon HD 7950 3GB VRAM* | GeForce GTX 1660 6GB |
| Storage (minimum) | 4 GB available space | 4 GB available space |
| Sound Card (minimum) | DirectX compatible soundcard | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Kitaria Fables or Return from Core?
Kitaria Fables won the comparison against Return from Core 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 Kitaria Fables worth buying over Return from Core?
Based on the metrics, Kitaria Fables 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. Kitaria Fables currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 03:21 PM UTC