Loop Hero vs Onward
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Loop Hero wins 11 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Loop Hero is R$33.60 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Loop Hero | Onward |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Not Enough Data | 68 | 57 |
| Quality | 89 | 50 |
| Value | 73 | 70 |
| Popularity | 37 | 0 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 12.39 | R$ 3.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 92.7% positive | N/A |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 263 | 0 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Loop Hero | Onward |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | March 4, 2021 | October 1, 2026 |
| Developers | Four Quarters | Hydyhude |
| Publishers | Devolver Digital | Hydyhude |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 7, 8.1, 10 x64 | Windows 10 |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core2 Duo E6750 (2 * 2660) or equivalent, AMD Athlon 64 X2 Dual Core 5000+ (2 * 2600) or equivalent | Intel i7-4770 3.4 GHz |
| Memory (minimum) | 2 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | GeForce 8600 GT (512 MB), Radeon HD 4650 (1024 MB) | NVIDIA GTX 980 |
| Storage (minimum) | 300 MB available space | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Loop Hero or Onward?
Loop Hero won the comparison against Onward 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 Loop Hero worth buying over Onward?
Based on the metrics, Loop Hero 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. Loop Hero currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 02:20 PM UTC