Rune Factory 3 Special vs Rune Factory 4 Special
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Rune Factory 4 Special wins 7 of 12 head-to-head metrics. Rune Factory 4 Special is R$13.67 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Rune Factory 3 Special | Rune Factory 4 Special |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 60 | 60 |
| Quality | 75 | 71 |
| Value | 65 | 71 |
| Popularity | 23 | 27 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 65.29 | R$ 51.62 |
| Steam Review Score | 94% positive | 88.2% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 43 | 100 |
Where to buy
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Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Rune Factory 3 Special | Rune Factory 4 Special |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | September 5, 2023 | December 7, 2021 |
| Developers | Marvelous Inc. | Marvelous Inc. |
| Publishers | XSEED Games, Marvelous USA, Inc. | XSEED Games, Marvelous USA, Inc. |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 | Windows 10 |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5-9300H | Intel Core i5-9300H |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA GTX 1650Q | NVIDIA GTX 1650Q |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 12 | Version 11 |
| Storage (minimum) | 4 GB available space | 5 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Rune Factory 3 Special or Rune Factory 4 Special?
Rune Factory 4 Special won the comparison against Rune Factory 3 Special 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 Rune Factory 3 Special worth buying over Rune Factory 4 Special?
Based on the metrics, Rune Factory 4 Special 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. Rune Factory 4 Special currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 05:14 PM UTC