Heroes of Hammerwatch vs Neon Abyss
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Neon Abyss wins 9 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Neon Abyss is $1.11 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Heroes of Hammerwatch | Neon Abyss |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Wait for Sale | 66 | 50 |
| Quality | 71 | 71 |
| Value | 79 | 34 |
| Popularity | 31 | 35 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $2.57 | $1.46 |
| Steam Review Score | 87.3% positive | 86.2% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 59 | 152 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Heroes of Hammerwatch | Neon Abyss |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | March 1, 2018 | July 14, 2020 |
| Developers | Crackshell | Veewo Games |
| Publishers | Team17 | Veewo Games, Team17 |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | — | Windows 10 64-bit |
| Processor (minimum) | — | Intel i3-2100 / AMD A8-5600k |
| Memory (minimum) | — | 4 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | — | GeForce GTX 630 / Radeon HD 6570 |
| DirectX (minimum) | — | Version 11 |
| Storage (minimum) | — | 1024 MB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Heroes of Hammerwatch or Neon Abyss?
Neon Abyss won the comparison against Heroes of Hammerwatch 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 Heroes of Hammerwatch worth buying over Neon Abyss?
Based on the metrics, Neon Abyss 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. Heroes of Hammerwatch currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 01:18 PM UTC