DG2: Defense Grid 2 vs Natural Selection 2
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
DG2: Defense Grid 2 wins 8 of 14 head-to-head metrics. DG2: Defense Grid 2 is $0.60 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 | Natural Selection 2 |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 64 | 68 |
| Quality | 84 | 83 |
| Value | 70 | 70 |
| Popularity | 28 | 32 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $0.44 | $1.04 |
| Steam Review Score | 86.5% positive | 85.2% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 40 | 60 |
Where to buy
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Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | DG2: Defense Grid 2 | Natural Selection 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | September 23, 2014 | October 30, 2012 |
| Developers | Hidden Path Entertainment | Unknown Worlds Entertainment |
| Publishers | Hidden Path Entertainment | KRAFTON, Inc., Unknown Worlds Entertainment |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | — | 7 64-Bit (SP1) or Windows 10 64-Bit |
| Processor (minimum) | — | Quad-core processor 3.2 GHz (Intel i5, i7) or 3.6 GHz (AMD Ryzen, FX or Athlon) |
| Memory (minimum) | — | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | — | DirectX 11 compatible dedicated video card with 4GB VRAM |
| DirectX® (minimum) | — | 11.0 |
| Hard Drive (minimum) | — | 13 GB HD space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: DG2: Defense Grid 2 or Natural Selection 2?
DG2: Defense Grid 2 won the comparison against Natural Selection 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 DG2: Defense Grid 2 worth buying over Natural Selection 2?
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. Too close to call currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 01:00 PM UTC