Secret of Mana vs Tales of Eternia Remastered
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Secret of Mana wins 9 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Secret of Mana is $12.60 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Secret of Mana | Tales of Eternia Remastered |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Not Enough Data | 61 | 74 |
| Quality | 58 | 74 |
| Value | 91 | 73 |
| Popularity | 27 | 0 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $13.79 | $26.39 |
| Steam Review Score | 67.6% positive | 84.5% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 17 | 766 |
Where to buy
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Details and requirements
| Item | Secret of Mana | Tales of Eternia Remastered |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | February 15, 2018 | October 15, 2026 |
| Developers | Square Enix | TOSE CO., LTD. |
| Publishers | Square Enix | Bandai Namco Entertainment |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 7 / 8.1 / 10 (64-bit) | — |
| Processor (minimum) | INTEL Core i5 2.00GHz | — |
| Memory (minimum) | 4 GB RAM | — |
| Graphics (minimum) | GeForce GTX 750 / RADEON R7 260X | — |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 11 GB available space | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Secret of Mana or Tales of Eternia Remastered?
Secret of Mana won the comparison against Tales of Eternia Remastered 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 Secret of Mana worth buying over Tales of Eternia Remastered?
Based on the metrics, Secret of Mana 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. Secret of Mana currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 11:40 AM UTC