Blackguards 2 vs Torment: Tides of Numenera
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Torment: Tides of Numenera wins 9 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Blackguards 2 is $0.61 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Blackguards 2 | Torment: Tides of Numenera |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 56 | 65 |
| Quality | 65 | 74 |
| Value | 70 | 82 |
| Popularity | 24 | 27 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $0.80 | $1.41 |
| Steam Review Score | 64.7% positive | 72.5% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 60 | 8 |
Where to buy
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Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Blackguards 2 | Torment: Tides of Numenera |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | January 20, 2015 | February 27, 2017 |
| Developers | Daedalic Entertainment | inXile Entertainment |
| Publishers | Daedalic Entertainment | Xbox Game Studios, inXile Entertainment |
| Platforms | Windows, MacOs | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | Windows Vista SP2, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8 (32/64 bits versions) | Windows 7/8/8.1/10 (64 bit) |
| Processor (minimum) | 2.4 GHz Quad Core CPU | Intel i5 series or AMD equivalent |
| Memory (minimum) | 4 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 275, ATI Radeon 4770 Series or higher | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 560 or equivalent |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 9.0c | Version 10 |
| Storage (minimum) | 12 GB available space | 20 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Blackguards 2 or Torment: Tides of Numenera?
Torment: Tides of Numenera won the comparison against Blackguards 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 Blackguards 2 worth buying over Torment: Tides of Numenera?
Based on the metrics, Torment: Tides of Numenera 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. Torment: Tides of Numenera currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 03:26 PM UTC