Blades of Time vs NINJA GAIDEN Σ2 [NINJA GAIDEN: Master Collection]
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
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Blades of Time wins 8 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Blades of Time is R$170.12 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Blades of Time | NINJA GAIDEN Σ2 [NINJA GAIDEN: Master Collection] |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Wait for Sale | 55 | 48 |
| Quality | 71 | 65 |
| Value | 49 | 45 |
| Popularity | 25 | 26 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 28.88 | R$ 199.00 |
| Steam Review Score | 80.9% positive | 79.5% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 2 | 15 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Blades of Time
GAMIVO Cheapest Key marketplaceR$28.88−12%Buy 
Kinguin Key marketplaceR$30.24−8%Buy 
Steam Official storeR$32.99Buy NINJA GAIDEN Σ2 [NINJA GAIDEN: Master Collection]
Side by side over time
Blades of TimeNINJA GAIDEN Σ2 [NINJA GAIDEN: Master Collection]
Details and requirements
| Item | Blades of Time | NINJA GAIDEN Σ2 [NINJA GAIDEN: Master Collection] |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | April 20, 2012 | June 9, 2021 |
| Developers | Gaijin Entertainment Corporation | KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD. |
| Publishers | Gaijin Entertainment Corporation | KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD. |
| Platforms | Windows, MacOs | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 7 | Windows® 10, 64bit |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5 or AMD Phenom | Intel Core i5 4460 or over, AMD Ryzen5 1400 or over |
| Memory (minimum) | 2 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | ATI Radeon 7750 or nVidia GTX 470 | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 VRAM 6GB or over, AMD RX 580 VRAM 8GB or over |
| DirectX® (minimum) | 9.0c | — |
| Hard Drive (minimum) | 3 GB HD space | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Blades of Time or NINJA GAIDEN Σ2 [NINJA GAIDEN: Master Collection]?
Blades of Time won the comparison against NINJA GAIDEN Σ2 [NINJA GAIDEN: Master Collection] 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 NINJA GAIDEN Σ2 [NINJA GAIDEN: Master Collection]?
Based on the metrics, Blades of Time 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. Blades of Time currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 12:29 PM UTC