Black Desert vs The Elder Scrolls® Online
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
The Elder Scrolls® Online wins 7 of 12 head-to-head metrics. The Elder Scrolls® Online is R$7.17 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Black Desert | The Elder Scrolls® Online |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Worth It | 70 | 80 |
| Quality | 77 | 81 |
| Value | 42 | 81 |
| Popularity | 45 | 44 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 17.46 | R$ 10.29 |
| Steam Review Score | 75.3% positive | 82.2% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 16.7K | 6.9K |
Where to buy
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Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Black Desert | The Elder Scrolls® Online |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | May 24, 2017 | May 22, 2017 |
| Developers | Pearl Abyss | ZeniMax Online Studios |
| Publishers | Pearl Abyss | Bethesda Softworks |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 (64-bit) | Windows 10 64-bit |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5 (8th Generation), AMD Ryzen 5 2000 Series | Intel® Core™ i5 2300 or AMD FX4350 |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | GeForce GTX 1660 Super | Direct X 11.0 compliant video card with 4GB of RAM (NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 970 or AMD Radeon™ RX 570) or higher |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | Broadband Internet connection |
| Storage (minimum) | 80 GB available space | 150 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Black Desert or The Elder Scrolls® Online?
The Elder Scrolls® Online won the comparison against Black Desert 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 The Elder Scrolls® Online?
Based on the metrics, The Elder Scrolls® Online 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. The Elder Scrolls® Online currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 03:39 PM UTC