Hyper Knights vs Rogue Legacy
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Rogue Legacy wins 9 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Hyper Knights is $0.36 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Hyper Knights | Rogue Legacy |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 61 | 69 |
| Quality | 70 | 90 |
| Value | 61 | 72 |
| Popularity | 46 | 34 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $0.93 | $1.29 |
| Steam Review Score | 88.2% positive | 92.2% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 0 | 39 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Hyper Knights | Rogue Legacy |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | May 19, 2017 | June 27, 2013 |
| Developers | Endless Loop Studios | Cellar Door Games |
| Publishers | Endless Loop Studios | Cellar Door Games |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | — | Windows XP/Vista/7 |
| Processor (minimum) | — | 2 Ghz |
| Memory (minimum) | — | 2 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | — | HD 4770, 8800 GTX |
| DirectX® (minimum) | — | 9.0c |
| Hard Drive (minimum) | — | 400 MB HD space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Hyper Knights or Rogue Legacy?
Rogue Legacy won the comparison against Hyper Knights 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 Hyper Knights worth buying over Rogue Legacy?
Based on the metrics, Rogue Legacy 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. Rogue Legacy currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 02:27 PM UTC