IL-2 Sturmovik: 1946 vs Wings of Prey: Special Edition
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
IL-2 Sturmovik: 1946 wins 10 of 14 head-to-head metrics. IL-2 Sturmovik: 1946 is R$25.49 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | IL-2 Sturmovik: 1946 | Wings of Prey: Special Edition |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Wait for Sale | 69 | 45 |
| Quality | 87 | 65 |
| Value | 77 | 39 |
| Popularity | 28 | 23 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 7.50 | R$ 32.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 88.3% positive | 62.5% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 19 | 1 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
IL-2 Sturmovik: 1946
GamersGate Cheapest Authorized resellerR$7.50−80%Buy 
GAMIVO Key marketplaceR$8.28−78%Buy 
Kinguin Key marketplaceR$9.57−74%Buy Wings of Prey: Special Edition
Side by side over time
IL-2 Sturmovik: 1946Wings of Prey: Special Edition
Details and requirements
| Item | IL-2 Sturmovik: 1946 | Wings of Prey: Special Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | June 13, 2008 | January 8, 2010 |
| Developers | 1C: Maddox Games | Gaijin Entertainment Corporation |
| Publishers | Fulqrum Publishing | Gaijin Entertainment |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | — | Windows XP SP3, Vista, Windows 7 |
| Processor (minimum) | — | Intel Core 2 Duo 2400 MHz |
| Memory (minimum) | — | 2 GB Ram |
| Graphics (minimum) | — | NVIDIA GeForce GTS 250 512 Mb or higher |
| DirectX® (minimum) | — | 9.0c or higher |
| Hard Drive (minimum) | — | 10 Gb free disk space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: IL-2 Sturmovik: 1946 or Wings of Prey: Special Edition?
IL-2 Sturmovik: 1946 won the comparison against Wings of Prey: Special Edition 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 IL-2 Sturmovik: 1946 worth buying over Wings of Prey: Special Edition?
Based on the metrics, IL-2 Sturmovik: 1946 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. IL-2 Sturmovik: 1946 currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 12:17 PM UTC