Human Resource Machine vs Opus Magnum
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Opus Magnum wins 9 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Human Resource Machine is $9.73 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Human Resource Machine | Opus Magnum |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Worth It | 65 | 69 |
| Quality | 88 | 95 |
| Value | 67 | 61 |
| Popularity | 29 | 31 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $5.27 | $15.00 |
| Steam Review Score | 94.6% positive | 97.2% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 17 | 134 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
Human Resource MachineOpus Magnum
Details and requirements
| Item | Human Resource Machine | Opus Magnum |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | October 15, 2015 | December 7, 2017 |
| Developers | Tomorrow Corporation | Zachtronics |
| Publishers | Tomorrow Corporation | Zachtronics |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | — | Windows Vista / 7 / 8 / 10 |
| Processor (minimum) | — | 2.0 GHz |
| Memory (minimum) | — | 4 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | — | 1920 x 1080 |
| DirectX (minimum) | — | Version 11 |
| Storage (minimum) | — | 600 MB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Human Resource Machine or Opus Magnum?
Opus Magnum won the comparison against Human Resource Machine 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 Human Resource Machine worth buying over Opus Magnum?
Based on the metrics, Opus Magnum 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. Human Resource Machine currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 02:44 PM UTC