Angry Video Game Nerd I & II DeluxeVSShovel Knight: Treasure Trove
Which game gives you more value right now? Every metric, head to head.
Angry Video Game Nerd I & II Deluxe
Better Deal· Steam
Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove
Better Deal· GAMIVOWinner
Angry Video Game Nerd I & II Deluxe wins 8 of 15 head-to-head metrics.
Not the best time to jump in. Prices tend to drop, and this one hasn't hit its sweet spot yet.
Head-to-Head Metrics
Direct metric-by-metric comparison: winner determined by count, no weighting
Not the best time to jump in. Prices tend to drop, and this one hasn't hit its sweet spot yet.
Solid pick at the moment — it's holding up well and the price is fair for what you get.
Statistics Over Time
Side-by-side historical trends: same time range, same scale
Player Count Trends
· Concurrent players over timeReview Score Trends
· Positive review ratio over timeReview Volume Trends
— Total reviews accumulated over time
Score Breakdown
How each game scores across quality, popularity, and affordability
Angry Video Game Nerd I & II Deluxe
Quality
Most players came away satisfied — more positives than negatives.
Value
A bit steep right now — worth waiting for a bigger sale.
Popularity
Declining player base — could be a problem for multiplayer-dependent games.
Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove
Quality
Excellent community reception — players and critics agree on the quality.
Value
Acceptable value right now — fair price for the content.
Popularity
Smaller but still existing player base — longer wait times for multiplayer.
Game Details
Release information and metadata
System Requirements
PC minimum and recommended specs
Angry Video Game Nerd I & II Deluxe
Recommended
- OS: Windows 10 (64 Bit)
- Processor: i5 6400
- Memory: 4 MB RAM
- Graphics: Discrete graphics
- DirectX: Version 10
- Storage: 500 MB available space
- Sound Card: Onboard Sound Drivers
Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better: Angry Video Game Nerd I & II Deluxe or Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove?
Angry Video Game Nerd I & II Deluxe won the comparison against Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove 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 Angry Video Game Nerd I & II Deluxe worth buying over Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove?
Based on the metrics, Angry Video Game Nerd I & II Deluxe 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. Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
Analysis updated: Jul 20, 2026, 10:59 AM UTC