Baldur's Gate II: Enhanced Edition vs Banquet for Fools
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Baldur's Gate II: Enhanced Edition wins 13 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Baldur's Gate II: Enhanced Edition is $13.30 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 II: Enhanced Edition | Banquet for Fools |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Wait for Sale | 72 | 51 |
| Quality | 87 | 72 |
| Value | 78 | 49 |
| Popularity | 32 | 24 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $1.92 | $15.22 |
| Steam Review Score | 92.3% positive | 89.5% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 361 | 13 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Baldur's Gate II: Enhanced Edition
Kinguin Cheapest Key marketplace$1.92−90%Buy 
GAMIVO Key marketplace$2.06−90%Buy 
Loaded Authorized reseller$2.09−90%Buy 
Side by side over time
Baldur's Gate II: Enhanced EditionBanquet for Fools
Details and requirements
| Item | Baldur's Gate II: Enhanced Edition | Banquet for Fools |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | November 15, 2013 | March 5, 2026 |
| Developers | Beamdog | Hannah and Joseph Games |
| Publishers | Beamdog | Hannah and Joseph Games |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | — | Windows 10 64-bit or newer |
| Processor (minimum) | — | Intel Core i5-2400 @ 3.10 GHz |
| Memory (minimum) | — | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | — | DirectX 11 Compatible, 8 GB VRAM |
| Storage (minimum) | — | 35 GB available space |
| Sound Card (minimum) | — | DirectX Compatible Sound Card |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Baldur's Gate II: Enhanced Edition or Banquet for Fools?
Baldur's Gate II: Enhanced Edition won the comparison against Banquet for Fools 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 II: Enhanced Edition worth buying over Banquet for Fools?
Based on the metrics, Baldur's Gate II: Enhanced Edition 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 II: Enhanced Edition currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 12:16 PM UTC