Plains of Pain vs Zelter
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Plains of Pain wins 7 of 13 head-to-head metrics. Zelter is $12.20 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Plains of Pain | Zelter |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Wait for Sale × Wait for Sale | 48 | 51 |
| Quality | 68 | 44 |
| Value | 45 | 74 |
| Popularity | 24 | 26 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $19.99 | $7.79 |
| Steam Review Score | 84.3% positive | 47.4% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 59 | 1 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Plains of Pain | Zelter |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | February 17, 2023 | October 22, 2020 |
| Developers | Cobra Byte Digital | G1 Playground |
| Publishers | Cobra Byte Digital | SuperGG.com |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 | Windows 10 |
| Processor (minimum) | Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system | Intel Core i7 Skylake or equivalent |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | GTX 980 / AMD R9 Fury | Nvidia GTX 860 |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 12 | Version 12 |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Plains of Pain or Zelter?
Plains of Pain won the comparison against Zelter 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 Plains of Pain worth buying over Zelter?
Based on the metrics, Plains of Pain 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. Zelter currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 02:07 PM UTC