BRUTAL JOHN 2 vs Hard Reset Extended Edition
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Hard Reset Extended Edition wins 11 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Hard Reset Extended Edition is R$16.88 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | BRUTAL JOHN 2 | Hard Reset Extended Edition |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Wait for Sale × Maybe | 52 | 55 |
| Quality | 75 | 77 |
| Value | 49 | 67 |
| Popularity | 22 | 29 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 29.99 | R$ 13.11 |
| Steam Review Score | 94.7% positive | 81.9% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 1 | 2 |
Where to buy
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Details and requirements
| Item | BRUTAL JOHN 2 | Hard Reset Extended Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | July 22, 2025 | July 12, 2012 |
| Developers | OldSchool Laws Team | Flying Wild Hog |
| Publishers | OldSchool Laws Team | Good Shepherd Entertainment |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 64-bit | Windows XP/Vista/7 |
| Processor (minimum) | Quad Core 3.5 Ghz of faster | Intel Quad Core 2.3 GHz / AMD Phenom II x4 2.5 GHz |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | 3 GB |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA GTX 950 / AMD Radeon R7 370 | — |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 5 GB available space | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: BRUTAL JOHN 2 or Hard Reset Extended Edition?
Hard Reset Extended Edition won the comparison against BRUTAL JOHN 2 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 BRUTAL JOHN 2 worth buying over Hard Reset Extended Edition?
Based on the metrics, Hard Reset Extended Edition 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. Hard Reset Extended Edition currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 03:34 PM UTC