DG2: Defense Grid 2 vs HEXSTORM: Tears of Arcadia
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
DG2: Defense Grid 2 wins 13 of 15 head-to-head metrics. DG2: Defense Grid 2 is $8.55 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | DG2: Defense Grid 2 | HEXSTORM: Tears of Arcadia |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Wait for Sale | 64 | 47 |
| Quality | 84 | 57 |
| Value | 70 | 50 |
| Popularity | 28 | 29 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $0.44 | $8.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 86.5% positive | 77% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 40 | 0 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
DG2: Defense Grid 2
Kinguin Cheapest Key marketplace$0.44−96%Buy 
GAMIVO Key marketplace$0.74−93%Buy 
Loaded Authorized reseller$1.29−87%Buy HEXSTORM: Tears of Arcadia
Side by side over time
DG2: Defense Grid 2HEXSTORM: Tears of Arcadia
Details and requirements
| Item | DG2: Defense Grid 2 | HEXSTORM: Tears of Arcadia |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | September 23, 2014 | August 3, 2026 |
| Developers | Hidden Path Entertainment | Tearevo |
| Publishers | Hidden Path Entertainment | Tearevo |
| Platforms | Windows | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | — | Windows 10/11 64-bit |
| Processor (minimum) | — | Quad-core CPU, 2.5 GHz |
| Memory (minimum) | — | 4096 MB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | — | Intel UHD 620 / GeForce GT 1030 / Radeon RX 550 |
| DirectX (minimum) | — | Version 11 |
| Storage (minimum) | — | 1 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: DG2: Defense Grid 2 or HEXSTORM: Tears of Arcadia?
DG2: Defense Grid 2 won the comparison against HEXSTORM: Tears of Arcadia 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 DG2: Defense Grid 2 worth buying over HEXSTORM: Tears of Arcadia?
Based on the metrics, DG2: Defense Grid 2 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. DG2: Defense Grid 2 currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 04:54 PM UTC