Black Desert vs Mortal Online 2
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Black Desert wins 10 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Black Desert is $28.19 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Black Desert | Mortal Online 2 |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Wait for Sale | 70 | 50 |
| Quality | 77 | 53 |
| Value | 73 | 58 |
| Popularity | 45 | 33 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $1.99 | $30.18 |
| Steam Review Score | 75.3% positive | 59.1% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 16.7K | 210 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Black Desert | Mortal Online 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | May 24, 2017 | January 25, 2022 |
| Developers | Pearl Abyss | Star Vault AB |
| Publishers | Pearl Abyss | Star Vault AB |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 (64-bit) | 64-bit Windows 10/11 |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5 (8th Generation), AMD Ryzen 5 2000 Series | Core i7-12700 or Ryzen 7 7800X3D or Equivalent |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 32 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | GeForce GTX 1660 Super | GeForce RTX 2060. Radeon RX 5700 XT or Arc A770 |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | Broadband Internet connection |
| Storage (minimum) | 80 GB available space | 110 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Black Desert or Mortal Online 2?
Black Desert won the comparison against Mortal Online 2 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 Black Desert worth buying over Mortal Online 2?
Based on the metrics, Black Desert 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. Black Desert currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 05:05 PM UTC