Ben and Ed - Blood Party vs Dead Rising 2: Off the Record
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Dead Rising 2: Off the Record wins 11 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Dead Rising 2: Off the Record is $1.64 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Ben and Ed - Blood Party | Dead Rising 2: Off the Record |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 60 | 59 |
| Quality | 71 | 71 |
| Value | 72 | 69 |
| Popularity | 27 | 28 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $4.95 | $3.31 |
| Steam Review Score | 88.3% positive | 76.6% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 5 | 22 |
Where to buy
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Ben and Ed - Blood Party
Side by side over time
Ben and Ed - Blood PartyDead Rising 2: Off the Record
Details and requirements
| Item | Ben and Ed - Blood Party | Dead Rising 2: Off the Record |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | February 13, 2018 | October 11, 2011 |
| Developers | Sluggerfly | Capcom Vancouver |
| Publishers | Sluggerfly | Capcom |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 7, 64-bit, 32-bit | — |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel CPU Core i7 | — |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | — |
| Graphics (minimum) | Nvidia GPU GeForce GTX 660 | — |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | — |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Ben and Ed - Blood Party or Dead Rising 2: Off the Record?
Dead Rising 2: Off the Record won the comparison against Ben and Ed - Blood Party 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 Ben and Ed - Blood Party worth buying over Dead Rising 2: Off the Record?
Based on the metrics, Dead Rising 2: Off the Record 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. Ben and Ed - Blood Party currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 03:20 PM UTC