Divinity II: Developer's Cut vs The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim wins 12 of 15 head-to-head metrics. The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim is $5.65 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Divinity II: Developer's Cut | The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Wait for Sale × Worth It | 53 | 77 |
| Quality | 69 | 96 |
| Value | 54 | 74 |
| Popularity | 30 | 43 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $12.81 | $7.16 |
| Steam Review Score | 84.7% positive | 94.5% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 34 | 1.3K |
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Divinity II: Developer's Cut
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Divinity II: Developer's CutThe Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
Details and requirements
| Item | Divinity II: Developer's Cut | The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | October 29, 2012 | November 10, 2011 |
| Developers | Larian Studios | Bethesda Game Studios |
| Publishers | Larian Studios, Focus Home Interactive | Bethesda Softworks |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows XP SP3 or higher | — |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core 2 Duo 2.6Ghz or equivalent | Quad-core Intel or AMD CPU |
| Memory (minimum) | 2 GB RAM | 4GB System RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | Nvidia GeForce 8800 with 512MB RAM or equivalent | — |
| DirectX® (minimum) | 9.0c | — |
| Hard Drive (minimum) | 15 GB HD space | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Divinity II: Developer's Cut or The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim?
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim won the comparison against Divinity II: Developer's Cut 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 Divinity II: Developer's Cut worth buying over The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim?
Based on the metrics, The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim 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. The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 12:28 PM UTC