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Head to head
Higurashi: When They Cry - GOU vs When They Cry Kai
| 6.9 | Score | 8.0 |
| 81,258 | Popularity | 88,635 |
| 24 | Episodes | 24 |
| 2020 | Year | 2007 |
| Tv | Format | Tv |
| Finished | Status | Finished |
What they share
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The verdict
On the numbers, When They Cry Kai edges it — but they share 7 traits, so the right pick depends on your mood.
- Higher ratedWhen They Cry Kai scores 80% vs 69%.
- More popularWhen They Cry Kai has the bigger audience here.
- NewerHigurashi: When They Cry - GOU (2020) is the more recent release.
Comparing from the catalogue's scores and community tags. Open Higurashi: When They Cry - GOU or When They Cry Kai for the full picture.