Below, Rusted Gods vs Ethel
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Below, Rusted Gods wins 11 of 13 head-to-head metrics. Below, Rusted Gods is $6.68 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Below, Rusted Gods | Ethel |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Wait for Sale | 67 | 53 |
| Quality | 69 | 74 |
| Value | 100 | 40 |
| Popularity | 21 | 38 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $0.31 | $6.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 87.2% positive | 94.1% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 7 | 0 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Below, Rusted Gods | Ethel |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | July 29, 2026 | March 14, 2024 |
| Developers | FromSouthGames | TS GAMES LLC |
| Publishers | FromSouthGames | TS GAMES LLC |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 / 11 - 64 bit | WINDOWS 10, 11 (64-BIT Required) |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i7-9700 or AMD Ryzen 7 3700X | Intel Core i7 |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 32 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 12 GB or AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT 8 GB | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 ti |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 12 | Version 12 |
| Storage (minimum) | 12 GB available space | 3 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Below, Rusted Gods or Ethel?
Below, Rusted Gods won the comparison against Ethel 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 Below, Rusted Gods worth buying over Ethel?
Based on the metrics, Below, Rusted Gods 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. Below, Rusted Gods currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 03:04 PM UTC