Blades of Time vs Mitsurugi Kamui Hikae
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Mitsurugi Kamui Hikae wins 8 of 13 head-to-head metrics. Mitsurugi Kamui Hikae is $3.53 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Blades of Time | Mitsurugi Kamui Hikae |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 55 | 67 |
| Quality | 71 | 67 |
| Value | 60 | 75 |
| Popularity | 25 | 55 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $5.72 | $2.19 |
| Steam Review Score | 80.9% positive | 81% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 2 | 0 |
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Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Blades of Time | Mitsurugi Kamui Hikae |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | April 20, 2012 | March 10, 2014 |
| Developers | Gaijin Entertainment Corporation | Zenith Blue |
| Publishers | Gaijin Entertainment Corporation | PLAYISM |
| Platforms | Windows, MacOs | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 7 | — |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5 or AMD Phenom | — |
| Memory (minimum) | 2 GB RAM | — |
| Graphics (minimum) | ATI Radeon 7750 or nVidia GTX 470 | Geforce 9600GT or better |
| DirectX® (minimum) | 9.0c | — |
| Hard Drive (minimum) | 3 GB HD space | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Blades of Time or Mitsurugi Kamui Hikae?
Mitsurugi Kamui Hikae won the comparison against Blades of Time 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 Blades of Time worth buying over Mitsurugi Kamui Hikae?
Based on the metrics, Mitsurugi Kamui Hikae 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. Mitsurugi Kamui Hikae currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 01:07 PM UTC