RPG Maker VX Ace vs The fairy tale you don't know
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
RPG Maker VX Ace wins 11 of 13 head-to-head metrics. RPG Maker VX Ace is $12.17 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | RPG Maker VX Ace | The fairy tale you don't know |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Wait for Sale | 60 | 49 |
| Quality | 75 | 59 |
| Value | 68 | 44 |
| Popularity | 28 | 38 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $6.82 | $18.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 94.2% positive | 74.6% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 169 | 0 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
RPG Maker VX Ace
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Details and requirements
| Item | RPG Maker VX Ace | The fairy tale you don't know |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | December 10, 2012 | January 22, 2021 |
| Developers | Gotcha Gotcha Games, KADOKAWA | Flying Panjandrum / ふらいんぐパンジャンドラム |
| Publishers | Gotcha Gotcha Games | OTAKU Plan |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel® Pentium® 4 2.0 GHz equivalent or faster processor | — |
| Memory (minimum) | 512 MB RAM | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: RPG Maker VX Ace or The fairy tale you don't know?
RPG Maker VX Ace won the comparison against The fairy tale you don't know 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 RPG Maker VX Ace worth buying over The fairy tale you don't know?
Based on the metrics, RPG Maker VX Ace 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. RPG Maker VX Ace currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 01:17 PM UTC