Halo Wars: Definitive Edition vs Rise of Nations: Extended Edition
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Rise of Nations: Extended Edition wins 10 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Rise of Nations: Extended Edition is $8.60 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Halo Wars: Definitive Edition | Rise of Nations: Extended Edition |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Wait for Sale × Maybe | 53 | 66 |
| Quality | 74 | 93 |
| Value | 40 | 51 |
| Popularity | 32 | 34 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $14.08 | $5.48 |
| Steam Review Score | 92.3% positive | 94.7% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 155 | 601 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Halo Wars: Definitive Edition
Rise of Nations: Extended Edition
Kinguin Cheapest Key marketplace$5.48−73%Buy 
GAMIVO Key marketplace$18.11−9%Buy 
Green Man Gaming Authorized reseller$19.99Buy Side by side over time
Halo Wars: Definitive EditionRise of Nations: Extended Edition
Details and requirements
| Item | Halo Wars: Definitive Edition | Rise of Nations: Extended Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | April 20, 2017 | June 12, 2014 |
| Developers | 343 Industries, Ensemble Studios | SkyBox Labs, Big Huge Games |
| Publishers | Xbox Game Studios | Xbox Game Studios |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 64-bit | Windows 7, 8.1+ |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5 or Equivalent | 2.6 Ghz |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | 4 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA GTX 560, 650, 750 AMD HD 5850, 6870, 7790 | Direct X 11+ |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | Version 11 |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Halo Wars: Definitive Edition or Rise of Nations: Extended Edition?
Rise of Nations: Extended Edition won the comparison against Halo Wars: Definitive Edition 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 Halo Wars: Definitive Edition worth buying over Rise of Nations: Extended Edition?
Based on the metrics, Rise of Nations: Extended Edition 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. Rise of Nations: Extended Edition currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 05:09 PM UTC