Rogue Legacy vs Rogue Legacy 2
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Rogue Legacy wins 9 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Rogue Legacy is $8.88 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Rogue Legacy | Rogue Legacy 2 |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Worth It | 69 | 73 |
| Quality | 90 | 90 |
| Value | 72 | 73 |
| Popularity | 34 | 34 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $1.29 | $10.17 |
| Steam Review Score | 92.2% positive | 90.9% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 39 | 171 |
Where to buy
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Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Rogue Legacy | Rogue Legacy 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | June 27, 2013 | April 28, 2022 |
| Developers | Cellar Door Games | Cellar Door Games |
| Publishers | Cellar Door Games | Cellar Door Games |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | Windows XP/Vista/7 | Windows 10 |
| Processor (minimum) | 2 Ghz | 3.0 Ghz |
| Memory (minimum) | 2 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | HD 4770, 8800 GTX | Nvidia GTX 680, AMD R9 280X |
| DirectX® (minimum) | 9.0c | — |
| Hard Drive (minimum) | 400 MB HD space | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Rogue Legacy or Rogue Legacy 2?
Rogue Legacy won the comparison against Rogue Legacy 2 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 Rogue Legacy worth buying over Rogue Legacy 2?
Based on the metrics, Rogue Legacy 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. Rogue Legacy 2 currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 02:19 PM UTC