The Banner Saga 2 vs Torment: Tides of Numenera
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
The Banner Saga 2 wins 10 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Torment: Tides of Numenera is R$12.57 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | The Banner Saga 2 | Torment: Tides of Numenera |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 67 | 65 |
| Quality | 87 | 74 |
| Value | 60 | 75 |
| Popularity | 28 | 27 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 19.62 | R$ 7.05 |
| Steam Review Score | 89.8% positive | 72.5% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 12 | 8 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | The Banner Saga 2 | Torment: Tides of Numenera |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | April 19, 2016 | February 27, 2017 |
| Developers | Stoic | inXile Entertainment |
| Publishers | Stoic | Xbox Game Studios, inXile Entertainment |
| Platforms | Windows, MacOs | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 | Windows 7/8/8.1/10 (64 bit) |
| Memory (minimum) | 4 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Storage (minimum) | 6 GB available space | 20 GB available space |
| Processor (minimum) | — | Intel i5 series or AMD equivalent |
| Graphics (minimum) | — | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 560 or equivalent |
| DirectX (minimum) | — | Version 10 |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: The Banner Saga 2 or Torment: Tides of Numenera?
The Banner Saga 2 won the comparison against Torment: Tides of Numenera 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 The Banner Saga 2 worth buying over Torment: Tides of Numenera?
Based on the metrics, The Banner Saga 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. Torment: Tides of Numenera currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 12:29 PM UTC