POSTAL 2 vs SLUDGE LIFE
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
POSTAL 2 wins 11 of 15 head-to-head metrics. POSTAL 2 is R$42.84 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | POSTAL 2 | SLUDGE LIFE |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Wait for Sale | 71 | 54 |
| Quality | 82 | 86 |
| Value | 69 | 39 |
| Popularity | 41 | 27 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 2.80 | R$ 45.64 |
| Steam Review Score | 97% positive | 95.3% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 445 | 3 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | POSTAL 2 | SLUDGE LIFE |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | November 2, 2012 | June 2, 2021 |
| Developers | Running With Scissors | Terri Vellmann, Doseone |
| Publishers | Running With Scissors | Devolver Digital |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows XP SP3/Vista/7/8/10 | Windows 7/8.1/10 x64 |
| Processor (minimum) | 1.2GHz | Intel Core i3-2100 (2 * 3100) or equivalent or AMD Phenom II X4 965 (4 * 3400) or equivalent |
| Memory (minimum) | 384 MB RAM | 4 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | 64MB GeForce 3 or Radeon 8500 Video Card | GeForce GTX 660 (2048 MB) |
| DirectX® (minimum) | 8.0 | — |
| Hard Drive (minimum) | 10 GB available space | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: POSTAL 2 or SLUDGE LIFE?
POSTAL 2 won the comparison against SLUDGE LIFE 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 POSTAL 2 worth buying over SLUDGE LIFE?
Based on the metrics, POSTAL 2 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. POSTAL 2 currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 04:53 PM UTC