Nex Machina vs SYNTHETIK: Legion Rising
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Nex Machina wins 8 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Nex Machina is R$22.70 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Nex Machina | SYNTHETIK: Legion Rising |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 68 | 65 |
| Quality | 87 | 76 |
| Value | 75 | 38 |
| Popularity | 26 | 32 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 12.00 | R$ 34.70 |
| Steam Review Score | 89.7% positive | 94.2% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 1 | 52 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Nex Machina | SYNTHETIK: Legion Rising |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | June 20, 2017 | March 15, 2018 |
| Developers | Housemarque | Flow Fire Games |
| Publishers | Housemarque | Flow Fire Games, WhisperGames |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | 64 bit Windows 10 / 8 / 7 | Windows XP SP3, Vista or higher |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5-4690 or AMD FX-4300 | Intel Core i3-4160 3.6 GHz / AMD QC A8-7670K 3.6GHz |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | 4 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | 4 GB Video RAM - NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 or AMD Radeon R9 390 | GeForce GTX 560+ Series, Radeon R9 270+ |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | Version 11 |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | Broadband Internet connection |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Nex Machina or SYNTHETIK: Legion Rising?
Nex Machina won the comparison against SYNTHETIK: Legion Rising 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 Nex Machina worth buying over SYNTHETIK: Legion Rising?
Based on the metrics, Nex Machina 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. Nex Machina currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 12:18 PM UTC