Blackthorn Arena vs New Cycle
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
New Cycle wins 7 of 13 head-to-head metrics. Blackthorn Arena is $5.75 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Blackthorn Arena | New Cycle |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 61 | 56 |
| Quality | 59 | 65 |
| Value | 89 | 66 |
| Popularity | 29 | 28 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $4.46 | $10.21 |
| Steam Review Score | 69.3% positive | 79% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 1 | 32 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
Blackthorn ArenaNew Cycle
Details and requirements
| Item | Blackthorn Arena | New Cycle |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | May 19, 2020 | January 18, 2024 |
| Developers | PersonaeGame Studio | Core Engage |
| Publishers | Light Up Games | Daedalic Entertainment |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 7/8/10 (64 bits) | Windows 10/11 64-bit |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5-4690 (3.5 GHz)/AMD FX-8300 (3.3 GHz) | Intel Core i5-7400 @ 3.0 GHz | AMD Ryzen 5 2600X @ 3.6 GHz |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | 4 GB, GeForce GTX 1060 / Radeon RX 480 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER | AMD RX 5700-XT or better |
| Storage (minimum) | 25 GB available space | 12 GB available space |
| Sound Card (minimum) | N/A | DirectX-compatible using the latest drivers |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Blackthorn Arena or New Cycle?
New Cycle won the comparison against Blackthorn Arena 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 Blackthorn Arena worth buying over New Cycle?
Based on the metrics, New Cycle 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. Blackthorn Arena currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 03:15 PM UTC