Caves of Qud vs Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Caves of Qud wins 9 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG is $28.66 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Caves of Qud | Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 66 | 60 |
| Quality | 94 | 64 |
| Value | 50 | 80 |
| Popularity | 33 | 29 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $29.99 | $1.33 |
| Steam Review Score | 95% positive | 77% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 381 | 24 |
Where to buy
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Details and requirements
| Item | Caves of Qud | Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | December 5, 2024 | September 7, 2021 |
| Developers | Freehold Games | Dark Crystal Games |
| Publishers | Kitfox Games | Prime Matter |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Linux, Windows |
| OS (minimum) | — | WINDOWS® 7, 8, 8.1, 10 |
| Processor (minimum) | — | Intel® Core™ i7-3.7 GHz or better, or AMD Equivalent |
| Memory (minimum) | — | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | — | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 (6GB), or AMD RX 480 (8GB) |
| DirectX (minimum) | — | Version 11 |
| Storage (minimum) | — | 20 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Caves of Qud or Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG?
Caves of Qud won the comparison against Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG 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 Caves of Qud worth buying over Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG?
Based on the metrics, Caves of Qud 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. Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 02:54 PM UTC