POSTAL Redux vs RUINER
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
RUINER wins 8 of 14 head-to-head metrics. POSTAL Redux is R$4.77 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | POSTAL Redux | RUINER |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Worth It | 64 | 69 |
| Quality | 76 | 83 |
| Value | 75 | 68 |
| Popularity | 31 | 32 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 2.62 | R$ 7.39 |
| Steam Review Score | 92.5% positive | 89% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 14 | 14 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | POSTAL Redux | RUINER |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | May 20, 2016 | September 26, 2017 |
| Developers | Running With Scissors | Reikon Games |
| Publishers | Running With Scissors | Devolver Digital |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows | Linux, Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows Vista, 7, 8 and 10 | Windows 7/8.1/10 x64 |
| Processor (minimum) | 2.5 GHz multi core processor | Intel Core i5-4670K (4 * 3400) or equivalent / AMD FX-6350 (6 * 3900) or equivalent |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | 6 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | DirectX10 compatible graphics card w/ dedicated 1GB RAM | GeForce GTX 660 (2048 MB) / Radeon HD 7970 (3072 MB) |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 10 | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 4 GB available space | 10 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: POSTAL Redux or RUINER?
RUINER won the comparison against POSTAL Redux 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 Redux worth buying over RUINER?
Based on the metrics, RUINER 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 Redux currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 01:58 PM UTC