Hard Reset Extended Edition vs Ion Fury
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Ion Fury wins 9 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Hard Reset Extended Edition is $6.04 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Hard Reset Extended Edition | Ion Fury |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Worth It | 55 | 73 |
| Quality | 77 | 88 |
| Value | 52 | 92 |
| Popularity | 29 | 30 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $2.63 | $8.67 |
| Steam Review Score | 81.9% positive | 93.1% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 2 | 9 |
Where to buy
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Details and requirements
| Item | Hard Reset Extended Edition | Ion Fury |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | July 12, 2012 | August 15, 2019 |
| Developers | Flying Wild Hog | Voidpoint, LLC |
| Publishers | Good Shepherd Entertainment | 3D Realms |
| Platforms | Windows | Linux, Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows XP/Vista/7 | Windows 10 |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Quad Core 2.3 GHz / AMD Phenom II x4 2.5 GHz | Intel Core i5, AMD Ryzen or equivalent |
| Memory (minimum) | 3 GB | 2048 MB RAM |
| Hard Disk Space (minimum) | 4 GB free hard drive space | — |
| Video Card (minimum) | 512 MB NVIDIA GeForce 9800 GT / ATI Radeon HD 4870 or better | — |
| DirectX® (minimum) | DirectX 9.0c | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Hard Reset Extended Edition or Ion Fury?
Ion Fury won the comparison against Hard Reset Extended 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 Hard Reset Extended Edition worth buying over Ion Fury?
Based on the metrics, Ion Fury 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. Ion Fury currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 04:26 PM UTC