Gloomhaven vs Jagged Alliance 3
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Jagged Alliance 3 wins 9 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Jagged Alliance 3 is $2.67 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Gloomhaven | Jagged Alliance 3 |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Worth It | 70 | 71 |
| Quality | 82 | 86 |
| Value | 79 | 72 |
| Popularity | 34 | 33 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $6.30 | $3.63 |
| Steam Review Score | 82.4% positive | 88.7% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 327 | 1.4K |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Gloomhaven | Jagged Alliance 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | October 20, 2021 | July 14, 2023 |
| Developers | Saber Interactive, Flaming Fowl Studios | Haemimont Games |
| Publishers | Twin Sails Interactive | THQ Nordic |
| Platforms | Windows, MacOs | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Win 10 64bits | Windows 10 & 11 (64 bit) |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5-11400, AMD Ryzen 5 3600, or above | Intel Quad Core or AMD Ryzen with 4 GHz |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | GeForce GTX 1070, Radeon RX Vega 64, or above | NVIDIA RTX 2070 or AMD Radeon 6700 XT with 8GB of VRAM |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | Version 12 |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Gloomhaven or Jagged Alliance 3?
Jagged Alliance 3 won the comparison against Gloomhaven 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 Gloomhaven worth buying over Jagged Alliance 3?
Based on the metrics, Jagged Alliance 3 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. Gloomhaven currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 02:18 PM UTC