Luminary vs Salt 2: Shores of Gold
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Salt 2: Shores of Gold wins 10 of 13 head-to-head metrics. Salt 2: Shores of Gold is R$48.86 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Luminary | Salt 2: Shores of Gold |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 56 | 68 |
| Quality | 60 | 69 |
| Value | 51 | 75 |
| Popularity | 41 | 27 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 64.99 | R$ 16.13 |
| Steam Review Score | 73.7% positive | 85% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 0 | 31 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
LuminarySalt 2: Shores of Gold
Details and requirements
| Item | Luminary | Salt 2: Shores of Gold |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | August 11, 2026 | November 12, 2025 |
| Developers | Refractive Entertainment | Lavaboots Studios |
| Publishers | Refractive Entertainment | Lavaboots Studios |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 11 | Windows 10 or later |
| Processor (minimum) | AMD Ryzen 9 3900X | i5 3 Ghz |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | Nvidia RTX 2080 (8gb VRAM) | GTX 1060 or Later |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 12 | Version 11 |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Luminary or Salt 2: Shores of Gold?
Salt 2: Shores of Gold won the comparison against Luminary 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 Luminary worth buying over Salt 2: Shores of Gold?
Based on the metrics, Salt 2: Shores of Gold 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. Salt 2: Shores of Gold currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 02:46 PM UTC