Cossacks 3 vs Tempest Rising
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Cossacks 3 wins 8 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Cossacks 3 is $26.16 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Cossacks 3 | Tempest Rising |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 64 | 61 |
| Quality | 68 | 84 |
| Value | 72 | 46 |
| Popularity | 33 | 33 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $5.19 | $31.35 |
| Steam Review Score | 82.1% positive | 86.9% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 818 | 463 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
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Details and requirements
| Item | Cossacks 3 | Tempest Rising |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | September 20, 2016 | April 24, 2025 |
| Developers | GSC Game World | Slipgate Ironworks™ |
| Publishers | GSC Game World | 3D Realms, Knights Peak |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows XP/7/8/10 | Windows 10 or 11 (64 bit) |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5-3470, 3.20GHz or AMD FX-6300, 3.5Ghz | Intel Core i5-11700 / AMD Ryzen 5 5600X |
| Memory (minimum) | 6 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | nVidia GeForce 560 / ATI Radeon HD 7900 Series | NVIDIA RTX 3060 Ti 8GB / AMD 7600 XT 16GB or better |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 9.0c | Version 12 |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Cossacks 3 or Tempest Rising?
Cossacks 3 won the comparison against Tempest Rising 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 Cossacks 3 worth buying over Tempest Rising?
Based on the metrics, Cossacks 3 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. Cossacks 3 currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 12:27 PM UTC