How to Survive 2 vs SurrounDead
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
How to Survive 2 wins 7 of 14 head-to-head metrics. How to Survive 2 is R$23.40 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | How to Survive 2 | SurrounDead |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 62 | 59 |
| Quality | 68 | 74 |
| Value | 61 | 41 |
| Popularity | 32 | 36 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 15.09 | R$ 38.49 |
| Steam Review Score | 69.3% positive | 91% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 14 | 901 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | How to Survive 2 | SurrounDead |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | September 8, 2016 | June 24, 2022 |
| Developers | Eko Software | Zurvivor |
| Publishers | 505 Games | PlaySurrounDead |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 7 or higher 64 bits | Windows 10 64-bit |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel i5 3 GHz | i7 |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | Geforce GTX 660 or Radeon R7 200 series - DirectX 11 compatible | 6GB |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | Version 12 |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: How to Survive 2 or SurrounDead?
How to Survive 2 won the comparison against SurrounDead 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 How to Survive 2 worth buying over SurrounDead?
Based on the metrics, How to Survive 2 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. How to Survive 2 currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 02:57 PM UTC