Shantae: Half-Genie Hero Ultimate Edition vs SteamWorld Dig 2
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
SteamWorld Dig 2 wins 8 of 13 head-to-head metrics. Shantae: Half-Genie Hero Ultimate Edition is $0.62 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Shantae: Half-Genie Hero Ultimate Edition | SteamWorld Dig 2 |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 69 | 68 |
| Quality | 72 | 92 |
| Value | 99 | 73 |
| Popularity | 24 | 30 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $2.38 | $3.00 |
| Steam Review Score | 90.3% positive | 95.6% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 8 | 24 |
Where to buy
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Shantae: Half-Genie Hero Ultimate Edition
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Details and requirements
| Item | Shantae: Half-Genie Hero Ultimate Edition | SteamWorld Dig 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | May 8, 2018 | September 22, 2017 |
| Developers | WayForward | Image & Form Games |
| Publishers | WayForward | Image & Form Games |
| Platforms | Windows | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | Windows®8 or Windows®10 | — |
| Processor (minimum) | AMD Phenom(TM) II X6 1035T Processor @ 2.6GHz / Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Quad CPU Q6600 @ 2.4GHz or higher | 2 GHz dual-core |
| Memory (minimum) | 4 GB RAM | — |
| Graphics (minimum) | AMD Radeon HD 7800 Series / NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 or higher | Geforce GTX 660 / Radeon 7870 or better. |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 3 GB available space | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Shantae: Half-Genie Hero Ultimate Edition or SteamWorld Dig 2?
SteamWorld Dig 2 won the comparison against Shantae: Half-Genie Hero Ultimate Edition 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 Shantae: Half-Genie Hero Ultimate Edition worth buying over SteamWorld Dig 2?
Based on the metrics, SteamWorld Dig 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. Shantae: Half-Genie Hero Ultimate Edition currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 11:36 AM UTC