Natural Selection 2 vs The Anacrusis
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Natural Selection 2 wins 9 of 14 head-to-head metrics. The Anacrusis is $0.73 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Natural Selection 2 | The Anacrusis |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 68 | 61 |
| Quality | 83 | 57 |
| Value | 70 | 76 |
| Popularity | 32 | 45 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $1.04 | $0.31 |
| Steam Review Score | 85.2% positive | 68.2% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 60 | 0 |
Where to buy
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Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Natural Selection 2 | The Anacrusis |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | October 30, 2012 | December 5, 2023 |
| Developers | Unknown Worlds Entertainment | Stray Bombay |
| Publishers | KRAFTON, Inc., Unknown Worlds Entertainment | Stray Bombay |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | 7 64-Bit (SP1) or Windows 10 64-Bit | — |
| Processor (minimum) | Quad-core processor 3.2 GHz (Intel i5, i7) or 3.6 GHz (AMD Ryzen, FX or Athlon) | — |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | — |
| Graphics (minimum) | DirectX 11 compatible dedicated video card with 4GB VRAM | — |
| DirectX® (minimum) | 11.0 | — |
| Hard Drive (minimum) | 13 GB HD space | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Natural Selection 2 or The Anacrusis?
Natural Selection 2 won the comparison against The Anacrusis 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 Natural Selection 2 worth buying over The Anacrusis?
Based on the metrics, Natural Selection 2 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. The Anacrusis currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 03:15 PM UTC