A Way Out vs Outlast 2
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Outlast 2 wins 9 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Outlast 2 is $14.49 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | A Way Out | Outlast 2 |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Worth It | 66 | 81 |
| Quality | 84 | 85 |
| Value | 57 | 98 |
| Popularity | 40 | 38 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $16.49 | $2.00 |
| Steam Review Score | 87.3% positive | 90.8% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 401 | 224 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | A Way Out | Outlast 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | June 18, 2020 | April 24, 2017 |
| Developers | Hazelight Studios | Red Barrels |
| Publishers | Electronic Arts | Red Barrels |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 7 64-bit, 8.1 64-bit or Windows 10 64-bit | Windows Vista / 7 / 8 / 10, 64-bits |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5 3570K; AMD Ryzen 3 1300x or equivalent | Intel Core i5 |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | Nvidia GTX 960; AMD R9 290 or equivalent | 1.5GB VRAM, NVIDIA Geforce GTX 660 / ATI Radeon HD 7850 |
| Storage (minimum) | 25 GB available space | 30 GB available space |
| DirectX (minimum) | — | Version 11 |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: A Way Out or Outlast 2?
Outlast 2 won the comparison against A Way Out 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 A Way Out worth buying over Outlast 2?
Based on the metrics, Outlast 2 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. Outlast 2 currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 02:35 PM UTC