Plague Inc: Evolved vs Pool Nation
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Plague Inc: Evolved wins 9 of 13 head-to-head metrics. Pool Nation is R$26.20 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Plague Inc: Evolved | Pool Nation |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 64 | 68 |
| Quality | 76 | 72 |
| Value | 52 | 39 |
| Popularity | 39 | 27 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 33.69 | R$ 7.49 |
| Steam Review Score | 94.2% positive | 89.8% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 669 | 2 |
Where to buy
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Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Plague Inc: Evolved | Pool Nation |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | February 18, 2016 | October 18, 2013 |
| Developers | Ndemic Creations | Cherry Pop Games |
| Publishers | Ndemic Creations | Cherry Pop Games |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 (64 Bit) | — |
| Processor (minimum) | 3.0GHz i5 Dual Core or equivalent | — |
| Memory (minimum) | 2 GB RAM | — |
| Graphics (minimum) | Nvidia GeForce GTX 650 Radeon HD 3600 (1GB) | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 1 GB available space | — |
| Additional Notes (minimum) | Additional Notes: Requires a system running DirectX 11 as a minimum. Graphics cards over 10 years old may find some graphics display issues. Unsupported video chipsets: Intel HD Graphics 3000, Intel GMA X3100, Intel GMA 950. | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Plague Inc: Evolved or Pool Nation?
Plague Inc: Evolved won the comparison against Pool Nation 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 Plague Inc: Evolved worth buying over Pool Nation?
Based on the metrics, Plague Inc: Evolved 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. Plague Inc: Evolved currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 02:21 PM UTC