Brutal Legend vs Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen wins 9 of 13 head-to-head metrics. Brutal Legend is R$15.64 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Brutal Legend | Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Worth It | 74 | 71 |
| Quality | 89 | 86 |
| Value | 68 | 76 |
| Popularity | 33 | 37 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 9.24 | R$ 24.88 |
| Steam Review Score | 94.3% positive | 88.5% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 108 | 583 |
Where to buy
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Details and requirements
| Item | Brutal Legend | Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | February 26, 2013 | January 15, 2016 |
| Developers | Double Fine Productions | Capcom |
| Publishers | Xbox Game Studios, Double Fine Productions | Capcom |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 7 | Windows 7/8/10 |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel i5 Duo at 2.5 GHz, or AMD FX 3.5 GHz | Intel Core i7-4770K or equivalent |
| Memory (minimum) | 2 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | 512 MB GeForce 650, Radeon 7000 | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 760 or equivalent |
| DirectX® (minimum) | 9.0c | — |
| Hard Drive (minimum) | 8 GB HD space | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Brutal Legend or Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen?
Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen won the comparison against Brutal Legend 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 Legend worth buying over Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen?
Based on the metrics, Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen 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. Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 12:20 PM UTC