The Witness vs [DE:]Fanastasis
The Witness and [DE:]Fanastasis sit side-by-side in player discussions even though their catalogue tags only partly overlap. The comparison below is built from each game's Steam metadata — release year, genres, categories, Steam Deck status, price, and review score — refreshed daily by imho.run's scraper. Headline differences: The Witness (2016) is 8 years older than [DE:]Fanastasis (2024). [DE:]Fanastasis is currently ~50% cheaper on Steam than The Witness (19.99 USD vs. 39.99 USD). Both are Deck Playable. No login or purchase needed — scroll for the full table, the verdict FAQ, and links to ranked similar games for both titles.
Side-by-side comparison
The Witness | [DE:]Fanastasis | |
|---|---|---|
| Released | 2016 | 2024 |
| Genres | Indie, Adventure | RPG |
| Platforms | Windows, macOS | Windows |
| Steam Deck | Deck Playable | Deck Playable |
| Price | 39.99 USD | 19.99 USD |
| Steam reviews | 82.6% positive (8,747 reviews) | 5 reviews |
| Multiplayer | Single-player only | Single-player only |
| Developers | Thekla, Inc. | Mosamosa |
Side by side
- The Witness (2016) is 8 years older than [DE:]Fanastasis (2024).
- [DE:]Fanastasis is currently ~50% cheaper on Steam than The Witness (19.99 USD vs. 39.99 USD).
- Both are Deck Playable.
The Witness vs [DE:]Fanastasis — FAQ
- Should I play The Witness or [DE:]Fanastasis first?
- If you want chronology, The Witness (2016) came out before [DE:]Fanastasis (2024). If neither is a sequel to the other, order doesn't really matter — start with whichever fits your current mood, since both share enough on Steam to make either a reasonable opener.

![[DE:]Fanastasis — Steam game cover](https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2882080/header.jpg?t=1715683757)