head to head
vs
Core KeepervsTerraria
Core Keeper leans Optimization (Systems & Chaos); Terraria leans Optimization (Pure Optimization).
Core KeeperTerraria
Axis by axis
Execution3 vs 4
Terraria leans harder on execution: Boss fights require dodging and aim under pressure.
Reads0 vs 0
Even - both lean on reads about the same.
Variance5 vs 3
Core Keeper leans harder on variance: World seed, ore placement, and loot drops are randomised
Optimization7 vs 8
Terraria leans harder on optimization: Gear progression and arena prep solve every boss.
Two games can score the same on an axis and still test it in very different ways - read each rationale, not just the number.