Baldur's Gate 3 vs Dragon Age II: Ultimate Edition
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Baldur's Gate 3 wins 12 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Dragon Age II: Ultimate Edition is $29.50 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Baldur's Gate 3 | Dragon Age II: Ultimate Edition |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Wait for Sale | 77 | 54 |
| Quality | 98 | 81 |
| Value | 56 | 36 |
| Popularity | 64 | 31 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $59.49 | $29.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 96.8% positive | 81.1% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 43.3K | 143 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Dragon Age II: Ultimate Edition
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Details and requirements
| Item | Baldur's Gate 3 | Dragon Age II: Ultimate Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | August 3, 2023 | June 4, 2020 |
| Developers | Larian Studios | BioWare |
| Publishers | Larian Studios | Electronic Arts |
| Platforms | Windows, MacOs | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 64-bit | Windows Vista with SP3, SP2 or windows 7 |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel i7 8700K / AMD r5 3600 | Intel Core 2 Quad 2.4 GHz Processor or equivalent; AMD Phenom II X3 Triple core 2.8 GHz or equivalent |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 2 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | Nvidia 2060 Super / RX 5700 XT / Intel Arc A580 (8GB+ of VRAM) | ATI 3850 512 MB or greater; NVIDIA 8800 GTS 512 MB or greater |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | Version 11 |
| Storage (minimum) | 150 GB available space | 7 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Baldur's Gate 3 or Dragon Age II: Ultimate Edition?
Baldur's Gate 3 won the comparison against Dragon Age II: Ultimate Edition 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 Baldur's Gate 3 worth buying over Dragon Age II: Ultimate Edition?
Based on the metrics, Baldur's Gate 3 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. Baldur's Gate 3 currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 11:33 AM UTC