Natural Selection 2 vs Wildgate
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Natural Selection 2 wins 9 of 13 head-to-head metrics. Natural Selection 2 is $1.07 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 | Wildgate |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 68 | 56 |
| Quality | 83 | 65 |
| Value | 70 | 65 |
| Popularity | 32 | 30 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $1.04 | $2.11 |
| Steam Review Score | 85.2% positive | 77.7% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 60 | 2 |
Where to buy
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Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Natural Selection 2 | Wildgate |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | October 30, 2012 | July 22, 2025 |
| Developers | Unknown Worlds Entertainment | Moonshot Games |
| Publishers | KRAFTON, Inc., Unknown Worlds Entertainment | Dreamhaven |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | 7 64-Bit (SP1) or Windows 10 64-Bit | Windows 10/11 |
| Processor (minimum) | Quad-core processor 3.2 GHz (Intel i5, i7) or 3.6 GHz (AMD Ryzen, FX or Athlon) | Intel Core i7-9700K or AMD Ryzen 7 3700X |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | DirectX 11 compatible dedicated video card with 4GB VRAM | Nvidia GeForce GTX 2070 [8 GB] or AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT [8 GB] or Intel Arc A580 [8 GB] |
| DirectX® (minimum) | 11.0 | — |
| Hard Drive (minimum) | 13 GB HD space | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Natural Selection 2 or Wildgate?
Natural Selection 2 won the comparison against Wildgate 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 Wildgate?
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. Natural Selection 2 currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 12:46 PM UTC