BlazBlue: Continuum Shift Extend vs GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE-
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE- wins 9 of 15 head-to-head metrics. BlazBlue: Continuum Shift Extend is $11.51 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | BlazBlue: Continuum Shift Extend | GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE- |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Worth It | 62 | 73 |
| Quality | 73 | 88 |
| Value | 78 | 73 |
| Popularity | 25 | 38 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $2.98 | $14.49 |
| Steam Review Score | 91.4% positive | 88.5% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 9 | 1.2K |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
BlazBlue: Continuum Shift Extend
Kinguin Cheapest Key marketplace$2.98−85%Buy 
GAMIVO Key marketplace$3.15−84%Buy 
GamersGate Authorized reseller$19.99Buy Side by side over time
BlazBlue: Continuum Shift ExtendGUILTY GEAR -STRIVE-
Details and requirements
| Item | BlazBlue: Continuum Shift Extend | GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE- |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | December 11, 2014 | June 11, 2021 |
| Developers | Arc System Works | Arc System Works |
| Publishers | Arc System Works | Arc System Works |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 7 / 8 / 8.1 | Windows 8/10 (64-bit OS required) |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5 / i7 | Intel Core i7-3770, 3.40 GHz |
| Memory (minimum) | 4 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | nVidia GeForce 8800 GT or better / AMD Radeon HD3700 / nVidia GeForce GT 650 (Windows 8.1) | GeForce GTX 660 |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 9.0c | Version 11 |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | Broadband Internet connection |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: BlazBlue: Continuum Shift Extend or GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE-?
GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE- won the comparison against BlazBlue: Continuum Shift Extend 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 BlazBlue: Continuum Shift Extend worth buying over GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE-?
Based on the metrics, GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE- 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. BlazBlue: Continuum Shift Extend currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 05:18 PM UTC