Machinefall vs Stronghold 2: Steam Edition
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Stronghold 2: Steam Edition wins 10 of 13 head-to-head metrics. Stronghold 2: Steam Edition is R$16.26 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Machinefall | Stronghold 2: Steam Edition |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 55 | 63 |
| Quality | 64 | 72 |
| Value | 72 | 80 |
| Popularity | 17 | 30 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 23.25 | R$ 6.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 83.2% positive | 88.8% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 2 | 124 |
Where to buy
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Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Machinefall | Stronghold 2: Steam Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | July 10, 2026 | October 5, 2017 |
| Developers | by Jan Zizka | Firefly Studios |
| Publishers | by Jan Zizka | Firefly Studios |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 64-Bit | Windows 7/8/10/11 |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-8700 CPU | 2.3 GHz Intel or AMD Processor |
| Memory (minimum) | 32 GB RAM | 1 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | Dedicated graphics card, GTX 1080 8GB | 512 MB Video Card |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 12 | Version 9.0c |
| Storage (minimum) | 2 GB available space | 3 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Machinefall or Stronghold 2: Steam Edition?
Stronghold 2: Steam Edition won the comparison against Machinefall 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 Machinefall worth buying over Stronghold 2: Steam Edition?
Based on the metrics, Stronghold 2: Steam Edition 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. Stronghold 2: Steam Edition currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 03:24 PM UTC