Immortal: Unchained vs LIFE EFFECT (Retired Version)
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
LIFE EFFECT (Retired Version) wins 6 of 12 head-to-head metrics. Immortal: Unchained is $5.00 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Immortal: Unchained | LIFE EFFECT (Retired Version) |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Wait for Sale × Wait for Sale | 50 | 53 |
| Quality | 60 | 66 |
| Value | 40 | 46 |
| Popularity | 46 | 43 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $10.99 | $9.59 |
| Steam Review Score | 64.1% positive | 83% positive |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Immortal: Unchained
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Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Immortal: Unchained | LIFE EFFECT (Retired Version) |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | September 7, 2018 | February 14, 2025 |
| Developers | Toadman Interactive | Effect Studio |
| Publishers | Game Odyssey Limited | GAMEPORTAL.CO |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 7 64-bit, Windows 8/8.1 64-bit, Windows 10 64-bit* | — |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i7-4790K @ 4.00 GHz or AMD FX-9590 @ 4.7 GHz | — |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | — |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 780 or AMD GPU Radeon R9 290 | — |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 25 GB available space | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Immortal: Unchained or LIFE EFFECT (Retired Version)?
LIFE EFFECT (Retired Version) won the comparison against Immortal: Unchained 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 Immortal: Unchained worth buying over LIFE EFFECT (Retired Version)?
Based on the metrics, LIFE EFFECT (Retired Version) 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. LIFE EFFECT (Retired Version) currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 05:32 PM UTC