Sword of the Stars II: Enhanced Edition vs Warhammer 40,000: Gladius - Relics of War
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Warhammer 40,000: Gladius - Relics of War wins 13 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Warhammer 40,000: Gladius - Relics of War is R$1.24 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Sword of the Stars II: Enhanced Edition | Warhammer 40,000: Gladius - Relics of War |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Wait for Sale × Worth It | 54 | 70 |
| Quality | 48 | 77 |
| Value | 80 | 76 |
| Popularity | 23 | 32 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 12.21 | R$ 10.97 |
| Steam Review Score | 44.2% positive | 82.3% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 4 | 774 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Sword of the Stars II: Enhanced Edition
Warhammer 40,000: Gladius - Relics of War
Kinguin Cheapest Key marketplaceR$10.97−91%Buy 
Green Man Gaming Authorized resellerR$11.76−90%Buy 
Loaded Authorized resellerR$13.69−88%Buy Side by side over time
Sword of the Stars II: Enhanced EditionWarhammer 40,000: Gladius - Relics of War
Details and requirements
| Item | Sword of the Stars II: Enhanced Edition | Warhammer 40,000: Gladius - Relics of War |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | November 30, 2012 | July 12, 2018 |
| Developers | Kerberos Productions | Proxy Studios |
| Publishers | Paradox Interactive | Slitherine Ltd. |
| Platforms | Windows | Linux, Windows |
| Additional (minimum) | , DirectX February 2010 or newer (DX10). 3-button mouse and keyboard. Internet required for online play. LAN required for local multiplayer | — |
| OS (minimum) | — | Windows 10 (64-bit) |
| Processor (minimum) | — | Intel Core i5 or equivalent |
| Memory (minimum) | — | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | — | Vulkan support with 3 GB VRAM (Nvidia GeForce 900 series / AMD Radeon RX 400 series) |
| Storage (minimum) | — | 8 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Sword of the Stars II: Enhanced Edition or Warhammer 40,000: Gladius - Relics of War?
Warhammer 40,000: Gladius - Relics of War won the comparison against Sword of the Stars II: Enhanced 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 Sword of the Stars II: Enhanced Edition worth buying over Warhammer 40,000: Gladius - Relics of War?
Based on the metrics, Warhammer 40,000: Gladius - Relics of War 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. Sword of the Stars II: Enhanced Edition currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 05:30 PM UTC