BRAVELY DEFAULT II vs WitchSpring R
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
WitchSpring R wins 11 of 14 head-to-head metrics. WitchSpring R is $7.79 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | BRAVELY DEFAULT II | WitchSpring R |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Worth It | 59 | 72 |
| Quality | 66 | 90 |
| Value | 75 | 76 |
| Popularity | 26 | 31 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $20.49 | $12.70 |
| Steam Review Score | 80.6% positive | 95.7% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 53 | 53 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | BRAVELY DEFAULT II | WitchSpring R |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | September 2, 2021 | September 25, 2023 |
| Developers | Square Enix, Claytechworks | KIWIWALKS |
| Publishers | Square Enix | KIWIWALKS |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows® 10 64-bit | Windows® 8.1, Windows® 10, 64bit |
| Processor (minimum) | AMD Ryzen™ 3 1200 / Intel® Core™ i5 2.5GHz | Intel Core i5 7500 |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | AMD Radeon™ RX 480 (8 GB) / NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1060 6 GB VRAM | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 (1920x1080) |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | Version 11 |
| Storage (minimum) | 15 GB available space | 10 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: BRAVELY DEFAULT II or WitchSpring R?
WitchSpring R won the comparison against BRAVELY DEFAULT II 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 BRAVELY DEFAULT II worth buying over WitchSpring R?
Based on the metrics, WitchSpring R 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. WitchSpring R currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 12:28 PM UTC