Paper Pirates vs Tap Tap Loot
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Tap Tap Loot wins 10 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Tap Tap Loot is $9.11 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Paper Pirates | Tap Tap Loot |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Wait for Sale × Maybe | 49 | 54 |
| Quality | 70 | 63 |
| Value | 36 | 68 |
| Popularity | 33 | 24 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $12.99 | $3.88 |
| Steam Review Score | 91.2% positive | 76.5% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 0 | 1.1K |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Paper Pirates | Tap Tap Loot |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | February 28, 2020 | April 13, 2026 |
| Developers | Iteration Games | Turtle Knight Games |
| Publishers | Iteration Games | Irox Games |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 | Windows 10 / 11 |
| Memory (minimum) | 4 GB RAM | 2 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | IGP | — |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 2 GB available space | 300 MB available space |
| Processor (minimum) | — | Intel i5 10500 or AMD Ryzen 7 |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Paper Pirates or Tap Tap Loot?
Tap Tap Loot won the comparison against Paper Pirates 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 Paper Pirates worth buying over Tap Tap Loot?
Based on the metrics, Tap Tap Loot 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. Tap Tap Loot currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 05:32 PM UTC