Etrian Odyssey III HD vs Wizardry: The Five Ordeals
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Etrian Odyssey III HD wins 12 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Etrian Odyssey III HD is $12.94 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Etrian Odyssey III HD | Wizardry: The Five Ordeals |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Wait for Sale | 60 | 46 |
| Quality | 71 | 68 |
| Value | 76 | 40 |
| Popularity | 23 | 22 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $1.09 | $14.03 |
| Steam Review Score | 88.8% positive | 85.6% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 61 | 62 |
Where to buy
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Details and requirements
| Item | Etrian Odyssey III HD | Wizardry: The Five Ordeals |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | June 14, 2023 | October 26, 2023 |
| Developers | ATLUS | 59 Studio |
| Publishers | SEGA | Game*Spark Publishing |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 | Windows 11 64bit |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i3-2100 or AMD Phenom II X4 965 | — |
| Memory (minimum) | 4 GB RAM | — |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 550 Ti, 1 GB or AMD Radeon HD 5770, 1 GB or Intel Iris Xe Graphics | — |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 3 GB available space | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Etrian Odyssey III HD or Wizardry: The Five Ordeals?
Etrian Odyssey III HD won the comparison against Wizardry: The Five Ordeals 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 Etrian Odyssey III HD worth buying over Wizardry: The Five Ordeals?
Based on the metrics, Etrian Odyssey III HD 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. Etrian Odyssey III HD currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 02:07 PM UTC