Gloomhaven vs Nemesis: Lockdown
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Gloomhaven wins 9 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Nemesis: Lockdown is $1.73 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Gloomhaven | Nemesis: Lockdown |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Maybe | 70 | 59 |
| Quality | 82 | 57 |
| Value | 79 | 70 |
| Popularity | 34 | 46 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $6.30 | $4.57 |
| Steam Review Score | 82.4% positive | 67.8% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 327 | 0 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Gloomhaven | Nemesis: Lockdown |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | October 20, 2021 | May 31, 2022 |
| Developers | Saber Interactive, Flaming Fowl Studios | InterStudio |
| Publishers | Twin Sails Interactive | Awaken Realms |
| Platforms | Windows, MacOs | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Win 10 64bits | — |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5-11400, AMD Ryzen 5 3600, or above | AMD Ryzen 7 4xxx / Intel Core i7 10gen |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | GeForce GTX 1070, Radeon RX Vega 64, or above | GeForce RTX 2060 6gb / Radeon RX 590 |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | — |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Gloomhaven or Nemesis: Lockdown?
Gloomhaven won the comparison against Nemesis: Lockdown 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 Nemesis: Lockdown?
Based on the metrics, Gloomhaven 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, 01:12 PM UTC