Phantom Brigade vs The Troop
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Phantom Brigade wins 11 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Phantom Brigade is $12.94 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Phantom Brigade | The Troop |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Wait for Sale × Wait for Sale | 52 | 47 |
| Quality | 76 | 67 |
| Value | 44 | 44 |
| Popularity | 30 | 24 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $27.05 | $39.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 81.4% positive | 83% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 92 | 20 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
Phantom BrigadeThe Troop
Details and requirements
| Item | Phantom Brigade | The Troop |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | February 28, 2023 | October 18, 2023 |
| Developers | Brace Yourself Games | Giant Flame |
| Publishers | Brace Yourself Games | PLA Studios |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 | — |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5-10600K or AMD Ryzen 7 3800XT | — |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | — |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 (12 GB), or AMD Radeon RX 6700 (10 GB) | — |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | — |
| Additional Notes (minimum) | — | SSD drive recommended to avoid potentially long load times. |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Phantom Brigade or The Troop?
Phantom Brigade won the comparison against The Troop 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 Phantom Brigade worth buying over The Troop?
Based on the metrics, Phantom Brigade 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. Too close to call currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 03:03 PM UTC