Battle Ram vs Rift of the NecroDancer
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Rift of the NecroDancer wins 7 of 13 head-to-head metrics. Battle Ram is $18.96 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Battle Ram | Rift of the NecroDancer |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 62 | 55 |
| Quality | 69 | 76 |
| Value | 81 | 42 |
| Popularity | 27 | 31 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $1.03 | $19.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 85.1% positive | 94% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 1 | 130 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Battle Ram | Rift of the NecroDancer |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | January 5, 2023 | February 5, 2025 |
| Developers | Runic Rise Games | Brace Yourself Games, Tic Toc Studios Inc. |
| Publishers | Runic Rise Games | Klei Publishing |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 7, 8/8.1, 10 | — |
| Processor (minimum) | Dual Core 3.0 Ghz | — |
| Memory (minimum) | 4 GB RAM | — |
| Graphics (minimum) | 256mb Video Memory, capable of Shader Model 2.0+ | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 100 MB available space | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Battle Ram or Rift of the NecroDancer?
Rift of the NecroDancer won the comparison against Battle Ram 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 Battle Ram worth buying over Rift of the NecroDancer?
Based on the metrics, Rift of the NecroDancer 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. Battle Ram currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 03:51 PM UTC