NBA THE RUN vs REMATCH
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
REMATCH wins 12 of 14 head-to-head metrics. REMATCH is $9.39 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | NBA THE RUN | REMATCH |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Wait for Sale × Maybe | 52 | 64 |
| Quality | 57 | 61 |
| Value | 69 | 77 |
| Popularity | 24 | 39 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $17.38 | $7.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 67.5% positive | 70.7% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 18 | 5.0K |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | NBA THE RUN | REMATCH |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | June 9, 2026 | June 19, 2025 |
| Developers | Play by Play Studios | Sloclap |
| Publishers | Play by Play Studios | Sloclap, Kepler Interactive |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 11 | Windows 10 / Windows 11 |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i7‑10700 / AMD Ryzen 7 3700X | AMD Ryzen 3700x / Intel Core 11600k or better |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | Nvidia RTX 3070 / AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT | AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT (8 GB) / NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 TI (8 GB), or better |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 12 | Version 12 |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | Broadband Internet connection |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: NBA THE RUN or REMATCH?
REMATCH won the comparison against NBA THE RUN 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 NBA THE RUN worth buying over REMATCH?
Based on the metrics, REMATCH 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. REMATCH currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 12:54 PM UTC