Cortex Command vs Mushroom Wars 2
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Cortex Command wins 9 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Cortex Command is $13.47 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Cortex Command | Mushroom Wars 2 |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 61 | 57 |
| Quality | 65 | 63 |
| Value | 84 | 77 |
| Popularity | 27 | 24 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $0.68 | $14.15 |
| Steam Review Score | 82.4% positive | 60.1% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 4 | 1 |
Where to buy
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Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Cortex Command | Mushroom Wars 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | September 28, 2012 | October 6, 2017 |
| Developers | Data Realms | Zillion Whales |
| Publishers | Data Realms, LLC | Azur Games |
| Platforms | Windows, MacOs | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | Microsoft® Windows® XP / Vista / 7 | — |
| Processor (minimum) | 3GHz or faster | — |
| Memory (minimum) | 2GB RAM | — |
| Hard Disk Space (minimum) | 150MB HDD space | — |
| Video Card (minimum) | 1920x1080 (full HD 1080p) resolution monitor | — |
| Additional (minimum) | Should run on any PC released within the past 5 years. | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Cortex Command or Mushroom Wars 2?
Cortex Command won the comparison against Mushroom Wars 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 Cortex Command worth buying over Mushroom Wars 2?
Based on the metrics, Cortex Command 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. Cortex Command currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 05:06 PM UTC