ANNIE:Last HopeVSThe Ascent
Which is the smarter buy right now? We crunched all the metrics.
Winner
The Ascent wins the comparison based on the metrics. Takes 12 of 14 head-to-head metrics.
Worth keeping an eye on. Currently sitting in a decent spot, but not quite a must-buy just yet.
Head-to-Head Metrics
Direct metric-by-metric breakdown · no weights applied
Not the best time to jump in. Prices tend to drop, and this one hasn't hit its sweet spot yet.
Worth keeping an eye on. Currently sitting in a decent spot, but not quite a must-buy just yet.
Statistics Over Time
Synchronized historical data for both games
Player Count Trends
— Concurrent players over timeReview Score Trends
— Positive review ratio over timeReview Volume Trends
— Total reviews accumulated over time
Score Breakdown
Side-by-side value analysis for each game
ANNIE:Last Hope
Quality
Solid title that pleased most of its audience — general consensus is positive.
Value
Not the right time to buy — wait for at least 50% off.
The Ascent
Quality
Divided opinions — worth researching more before deciding.
Value
Price is reasonable for what the game offers.
Popularity
Activity a bit low — loyal community but no instant queues.
Game Details
Release information and metadata
System Requirements
PC minimum and recommended specs
ANNIE:Last Hope
Recommended
- OS *: Windows 7 / Windows 10
- Processor: Intel Core i5-7400
- Memory: 16 GB RAM
- Graphics: GeForce GTX1050Ti(4GB)
- Storage: 8 GB available space
The Ascent
Recommended
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10 x64
- Processor: Intel Core i7-6700K (4 * 4000) or equivalent / AMD Ryzen 5 2600 (6 * 3400) or equivalent
- Memory: 16 GB RAM
- Graphics: Geforce GTX 1070 (8192 MB) / Radeon RX 5700 (8192 MB)
- Storage: 35 GB available space
- Additional Notes: The Recommended Specification listed below allows gameplay experience close to 60 FPS on average while using 1080p resolution and overall “High” settings:
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better: ANNIE:Last Hope or The Ascent?
The Ascent won the comparison against ANNIE:Last Hope 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 ANNIE:Last Hope worth buying over The Ascent?
Based on the metrics, The Ascent 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. The Ascent currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
Analysis updated: Jun 4, 2026, 12:32 AM UTC