Darksiders Genesis vs Vikings - Wolves of Midgard
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Darksiders Genesis wins 10 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Vikings - Wolves of Midgard is $1.68 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Darksiders Genesis | Vikings - Wolves of Midgard |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Wait for Sale | 68 | 51 |
| Quality | 80 | 52 |
| Value | 77 | 69 |
| Popularity | 33 | 28 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $3.47 | $1.71 |
| Steam Review Score | 82.2% positive | 58.9% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 62 | 3 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
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Details and requirements
| Item | Darksiders Genesis | Vikings - Wolves of Midgard |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | December 5, 2019 | March 24, 2017 |
| Developers | Airship Syndicate | Games Farm |
| Publishers | THQ Nordic | Kalypso Media Digital |
| Platforms | Windows | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 7, 8, Windows 10 (64 bit) | Windows 7/8/10 64Bit Versions |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i7-3930K (3.2 GHz)/AMD Ryzen 5 1600 (3.2 GHz) or better | Intel Core i7 or better |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 or better |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | Version 11 |
| Storage (minimum) | 15 GB available space | 10 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Darksiders Genesis or Vikings - Wolves of Midgard?
Darksiders Genesis won the comparison against Vikings - Wolves of Midgard 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 Darksiders Genesis worth buying over Vikings - Wolves of Midgard?
Based on the metrics, Darksiders Genesis 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. Darksiders Genesis currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 05:47 PM UTC