Exoprimal vs Marathon
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Marathon wins 7 of 13 head-to-head metrics. Exoprimal is $8.29 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Exoprimal | Marathon |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Worth It | 66 | 70 |
| Quality | 63 | 68 |
| Value | 98 | 85 |
| Popularity | 28 | 39 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $5.17 | $13.46 |
| Steam Review Score | 76.1% positive | 81.8% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 5 | 2.8K |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Exoprimal | Marathon |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | July 13, 2023 | March 5, 2026 |
| Developers | CAPCOM Co., Ltd. | Bungie |
| Publishers | CAPCOM Co., Ltd. | Bungie |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 Version 20H2 (64bit) or Windows 11 | Windows 10 64-bit (latest Service Pack) |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i7-8700K / AMD Ryzen 5 3600X | Intel Core i5-10400 / AMD Ryzen 5 3500 |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 / AMD Radeon RX 590 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 (6 GB) / AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT (8 GB) / Intel Arc A770 (16 GB, with ReBAR on) |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 12 | Version 12 |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | Broadband Internet connection |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Exoprimal or Marathon?
Marathon won the comparison against Exoprimal 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 Exoprimal worth buying over Marathon?
Based on the metrics, Marathon 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. Exoprimal currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 12:59 PM UTC