Hex of Steel vs Lock 'n Load Tactical Digital: Core Game
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Hex of Steel wins 9 of 12 head-to-head metrics. Lock 'n Load Tactical Digital: Core Game is R$39.10 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Hex of Steel | Lock 'n Load Tactical Digital: Core Game |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Wait for Sale × Wait for Sale | 51 | 47 |
| Quality | 76 | 66 |
| Value | 46 | 46 |
| Popularity | 24 | 22 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 49.99 | R$ 10.89 |
| Steam Review Score | 95.2% positive | 82.7% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 98 | 3 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
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Details and requirements
| Item | Hex of Steel | Lock 'n Load Tactical Digital: Core Game |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | August 31, 2020 | April 2, 2020 |
| Developers | War Frogs Studio | Lock 'n Load Publishing |
| Publishers | War Frogs Studio | Lock 'n Load Publishing |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10/11 (64-bit) | Windows 10 / 11 |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5-6500 / AMD Ryzen 3 1200 | 2.6GHz |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | 4 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA GTX 960 / AMD Radeon R9 280 | 4GB Video Memory - 1920 x 1080 or higher resolution |
| Storage (minimum) | 1 GB available space | 10 GB available space |
| DirectX (minimum) | — | Version 11 |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Hex of Steel or Lock 'n Load Tactical Digital: Core Game?
Hex of Steel won the comparison against Lock 'n Load Tactical Digital: Core Game 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 Hex of Steel worth buying over Lock 'n Load Tactical Digital: Core Game?
Based on the metrics, Hex of Steel 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. Too close to call currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 01:51 PM UTC