Serious Sam 3 VR: BFE vs Serious Sam Fusion 2017 (beta)
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Serious Sam 3 VR: BFE wins 7 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Serious Sam 3 VR: BFE is R$17.44 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Serious Sam 3 VR: BFE | Serious Sam Fusion 2017 (beta) |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Wait for Sale | 61 | 49 |
| Quality | 69 | 75 |
| Value | 81 | 36 |
| Popularity | 23 | 30 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 10.55 | R$ 27.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 86% positive | 92.9% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 2 | 62 |
Where to buy
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Serious Sam 3 VR: BFE
Serious Sam Fusion 2017 (beta)
Side by side over time
Serious Sam 3 VR: BFESerious Sam Fusion 2017 (beta)
Details and requirements
| Item | Serious Sam 3 VR: BFE | Serious Sam Fusion 2017 (beta) |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | November 9, 2017 | January 1, 1901 |
| Developers | Croteam VR | Croteam |
| Publishers | Devolver Digital, Croteam Publishing | Devolver Digital, Croteam |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 64bit | Windows 10 64bit |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i7-6800 equivalent | Intel Core i7-6800 equivalent |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | AMD Fury or NVIDIA GTX 1070 | AMD Fury or NVIDIA GTX 1070 |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | Version 11 |
| Additional Notes (minimum) | HTC Vive or Oculus Rift VR headset plus hand controllers. Internet connection required for product activation. After that, a persistent connection is not required to the game. | The recommended requirements are for VR version of the game. Internet connection required for product activation for the first time. After that, a persistent connection is not required to play the game. |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Serious Sam 3 VR: BFE or Serious Sam Fusion 2017 (beta)?
Serious Sam 3 VR: BFE won the comparison against Serious Sam Fusion 2017 (beta) 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 Serious Sam 3 VR: BFE worth buying over Serious Sam Fusion 2017 (beta)?
Based on the metrics, Serious Sam 3 VR: BFE 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. Serious Sam 3 VR: BFE currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 05:27 PM UTC