Risen 2: Dark Waters vs The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion® Game of the Year Edition (2009)
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion® Game of the Year Edition (2009) wins 8 of 13 head-to-head metrics. Risen 2: Dark Waters is $2.69 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Risen 2: Dark Waters | The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion® Game of the Year Edition (2009) |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Worth It | 70 | 73 |
| Quality | 75 | 96 |
| Value | 95 | 70 |
| Popularity | 29 | 38 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $1.30 | $1.62 |
| Steam Review Score | 80.4% positive | 94.9% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 45 | 399 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Risen 2: Dark Waters
Kinguin Cheapest Key marketplace$1.30−87%Buy 
GAMIVO Key marketplace$1.48−85%Buy 
Loaded Authorized reseller$1.69−83%Buy The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion® Game of the Year Edition (2009)
Side by side over time
Risen 2: Dark WatersThe Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion® Game of the Year Edition (2009)
Details and requirements
| Item | Risen 2: Dark Waters | The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion® Game of the Year Edition (2009) |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | April 26, 2012 | June 16, 2009 |
| Developers | Piranha Bytes | Bethesda Game Studios |
| Publishers | THQ Nordic | Bethesda Softworks |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Risen 2: Dark Waters or The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion® Game of the Year Edition (2009)?
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion® Game of the Year Edition (2009) won the comparison against Risen 2: Dark Waters 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 Risen 2: Dark Waters worth buying over The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion® Game of the Year Edition (2009)?
Based on the metrics, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion® Game of the Year Edition (2009) 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. Risen 2: Dark Waters currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 05:29 PM UTC