Pillars of Eternity vs Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Pillars of Eternity wins 9 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Pillars of Eternity is $0.46 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Pillars of Eternity | Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Worth It | 73 | 74 |
| Quality | 89 | 88 |
| Value | 78 | 81 |
| Popularity | 34 | 34 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $2.44 | $2.90 |
| Steam Review Score | 88% positive | 87.5% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 301 | 255 |
Where to buy
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Details and requirements
| Item | Pillars of Eternity | Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | March 26, 2015 | May 8, 2018 |
| Developers | Obsidian Entertainment | Obsidian Entertainment |
| Publishers | Xbox Game Studios | Versus Evil, Obsidian Entertainment |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | Windows Vista 64-bit or newer | Windows 10 64-bit or newer |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5-2400 @ 3.10 GHz / AMD Phenom II X6 1100T | Intel Core i5-2400 @ 3.10 GHz / AMD Phenom II X6 1100T |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | Radeon HD 7700 or NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960 |
| Storage (minimum) | 14 GB available space | 45 GB available space |
| Sound Card (minimum) | DirectX Compatible Sound Card | DirectX Compatible Sound Card |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Pillars of Eternity or Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire?
Pillars of Eternity won the comparison against Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire 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 Pillars of Eternity worth buying over Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire?
Based on the metrics, Pillars of Eternity 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. Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 12:19 PM UTC