Quake Live vs Rise of the Triad
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Quake Live wins 8 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Rise of the Triad is $0.04 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Quake Live | Rise of the Triad |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Wait for Sale | 68 | 49 |
| Quality | 71 | 64 |
| Value | 94 | 50 |
| Popularity | 30 | 27 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $2.58 | $2.54 |
| Steam Review Score | 88.1% positive | 66.8% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 245 | 2 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Quake Live | Rise of the Triad |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | September 17, 2014 | July 31, 2013 |
| Developers | id Software | Interceptor Entertainment |
| Publishers | Bethesda Softworks | Apogee Entertainment |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 7 or later | Windows 7 64-bit |
| Processor (minimum) | 2 GHz Intel Quad Core Processor or better | 2.4 GHz Quad Core Processor or Better |
| Memory (minimum) | 2 GB RAM | 4 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA GeForce 7 Series or better, ATI Radeon X1800 series or better 1920x1080 resolution | AMD Radeon HD 6950 / NVIDIA GTX 560 |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 9.0 | — |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Quake Live or Rise of the Triad?
Quake Live won the comparison against Rise of the Triad 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 Quake Live worth buying over Rise of the Triad?
Based on the metrics, Quake Live 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. Quake Live currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 01:48 PM UTC