Rune Factory 5 vs Sun Haven
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Sun Haven wins 8 of 13 head-to-head metrics. Rune Factory 5 is $3.94 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 5 | Sun Haven |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Wait for Sale × Wait for Sale | 53 | 52 |
| Quality | 63 | 66 |
| Value | 62 | 42 |
| Popularity | 27 | 35 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $21.05 | $24.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 76.5% positive | 79.9% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 48 | 537 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
Rune Factory 5Sun Haven
Details and requirements
| Item | Rune Factory 5 | Sun Haven |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | July 13, 2022 | March 10, 2023 |
| Developers | Marvelous Inc. | Pixel Sprout Studios |
| Publishers | XSEED Games, Marvelous USA, Inc. | Pixel Sprout Studios |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 8.1 or later | — |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5-9400 | — |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | — |
| Graphics (minimum) | Nvidia GTX 1660 Ti | — |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 9 GB available space | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Rune Factory 5 or Sun Haven?
Sun Haven won the comparison against Rune Factory 5 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 5 worth buying over Sun Haven?
Based on the metrics, Sun Haven 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 5 currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 02:18 PM UTC

