Risk of Rain 2 vs Risk of Rain (2013)
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Risk of Rain 2 wins 10 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Risk of Rain (2013) is $3.81 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Risk of Rain 2 | Risk of Rain (2013) |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Worth It | 63 | 76 |
| Quality | 91 | 87 |
| Value | 38 | 96 |
| Popularity | 52 | 35 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $5.80 | $1.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 93.9% positive | 93% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 22.9K | 24 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
Risk of Rain 2Risk of Rain (2013)
Details and requirements
| Item | Risk of Rain 2 | Risk of Rain (2013) |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | August 11, 2020 | November 8, 2013 |
| Developers | Hopoo Games | Hopoo Games |
| Publishers | 2K, Gearbox Publishing | 2K, Gearbox Publishing |
| Platforms | Windows | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 7 or newer, 64-bit | — |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5-4670K / AMD Ryzen 5 1500X | — |
| Memory (minimum) | 4 GB RAM | — |
| Graphics (minimum) | GTX 680 / AMD HD 7970 | — |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | — |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Risk of Rain 2 or Risk of Rain (2013)?
Risk of Rain 2 won the comparison against Risk of Rain (2013) 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 Risk of Rain 2 worth buying over Risk of Rain (2013)?
Based on the metrics, Risk of Rain 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. Risk of Rain (2013) currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 12:56 PM UTC