Putt-Putt® Saves The Zoo vs Riven (1997)
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Riven (1997) wins 8 of 13 head-to-head metrics. Riven (1997) is R$8.92 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Putt-Putt® Saves The Zoo | Riven (1997) |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 60 | 65 |
| Quality | 77 | 86 |
| Value | 43 | 89 |
| Popularity | 23 | 25 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 13.99 | R$ 5.07 |
| Steam Review Score | 97.7% positive | 89.6% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 20 | 6 |
Where to buy
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Side by side over time
Putt-Putt® Saves The ZooRiven (1997)
Details and requirements
| Item | Putt-Putt® Saves The Zoo | Riven (1997) |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | July 3, 2014 | August 4, 2010 |
| Developers | Humongous Entertainment | Cyan Worlds, Inc. |
| Publishers | Nightdive Studios, Humongous Entertainment | Cyan Worlds, Inc. |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 | — |
| Processor (minimum) | 1.5 GHz Processor | — |
| Memory (minimum) | 512 MB RAM | — |
| Graphics (minimum) | 100% DirectX compatible graphics | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 512 MB available space | — |
| Sound Card (minimum) | 100% DirectX compatible card or onboard sound | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Putt-Putt® Saves The Zoo or Riven (1997)?
Riven (1997) won the comparison against Putt-Putt® Saves The Zoo 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 Putt-Putt® Saves The Zoo worth buying over Riven (1997)?
Based on the metrics, Riven (1997) 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. Riven (1997) currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 05:40 PM UTC