Rise of the Ronin vs The Surge 2
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
The Surge 2 wins 12 of 15 head-to-head metrics. The Surge 2 is R$93.40 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Rise of the Ronin | The Surge 2 |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Worth It | 61 | 74 |
| Quality | 66 | 75 |
| Value | 58 | 57 |
| Popularity | 31 | 31 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 103.39 | R$ 9.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 64.3% positive | 75.7% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 263 | 52 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
Rise of the RoninThe Surge 2
Details and requirements
| Item | Rise of the Ronin | The Surge 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | March 10, 2025 | September 23, 2019 |
| Developers | KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD. | Deck13 |
| Publishers | KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD. | Focus Entertainment |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows® 10/11 64bit | Windows 7/8/10 (64-bit) |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5-10600K or better, AMD Ryzen 5 5600X or better | AMD FX-8370 (4.0 GHz) / Intel Core i7-3820 (3.6 GHz) |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Super (VRAM 8GB) or better, AMD Radeon RX 6700XT (VRAM 12GB) or better | 6 GB, AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 / NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 Ti |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 12 | Version 11 |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Rise of the Ronin or The Surge 2?
The Surge 2 won the comparison against Rise of the Ronin 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 Rise of the Ronin worth buying over The Surge 2?
Based on the metrics, The Surge 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. Rise of the Ronin currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 03:08 PM UTC