Shape of Dreams vs Tears of Vanfell
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Shape of Dreams wins 9 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Tears of Vanfell is R$21.30 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Shape of Dreams | Tears of Vanfell |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Wait for Sale | 61 | 52 |
| Quality | 73 | 73 |
| Value | 64 | 50 |
| Popularity | 35 | 24 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 41.29 | R$ 19.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 89.5% positive | 100% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 2.4K | 0 |
Where to buy
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Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Shape of Dreams | Tears of Vanfell |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | September 10, 2025 | September 25, 2026 |
| Developers | Lizard Smoothie | Lazy Cat Games |
| Publishers | NEOWIZ | Vsoo Games, Lazy Cat Games |
| Platforms | Windows | Linux, Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 x64 or newer | Windows 10 |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i7-6700K / AMD Ryzen 5 1500X | Intel Core i3+ |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | GeForce GTX 970 (2048 MB) / Radeon R9 Fury (4096 MB) | Intel Iris Xe or equivalent |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 12 | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 12 GB available space | 500 MB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Shape of Dreams or Tears of Vanfell?
Shape of Dreams won the comparison against Tears of Vanfell 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 Shape of Dreams worth buying over Tears of Vanfell?
Based on the metrics, Shape of Dreams 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. Shape of Dreams currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 05:08 PM UTC