Dawn of Defiance vs First Dwarf
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Dawn of Defiance wins 10 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Dawn of Defiance is R$32.03 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Dawn of Defiance | First Dwarf |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Wait for Sale | 55 | 51 |
| Quality | 64 | 62 |
| Value | 66 | 46 |
| Popularity | 26 | 20 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 41.96 | R$ 73.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 77% positive | 77.1% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 140 | 2 |
Where to buy
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Details and requirements
| Item | Dawn of Defiance | First Dwarf |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | August 15, 2024 | June 19, 2024 |
| Developers | Traega Entertainment | Star Drifters |
| Publishers | Fireshine Games | 4Divinity, Star Drifters |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 or Higher | 64-bit Windows 10, 64-bit Windows 11 |
| Processor (minimum) | 3 GHz Quad Core Processor | Intel Core i7-12700 / AMD RYZEN 7 7700X |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 32 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | GTX 3060 12GB VRAM | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 or AMD Radeon Rx 6700 XT or Intel Arc 750 or equivalent DirectX 12 compatibile card |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 12 | Version 12 |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Dawn of Defiance or First Dwarf?
Dawn of Defiance won the comparison against First Dwarf 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 Dawn of Defiance worth buying over First Dwarf?
Based on the metrics, Dawn of Defiance 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. Dawn of Defiance currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 05:14 PM UTC