The Darkness II vs Wolfenstein: The Old Blood
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
The Darkness II wins 7 of 14 head-to-head metrics. The Darkness II is $3.65 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | The Darkness II | Wolfenstein: The Old Blood |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Worth It | 67 | 71 |
| Quality | 86 | 85 |
| Value | 74 | 76 |
| Popularity | 32 | 35 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $1.04 | $4.69 |
| Steam Review Score | 91.6% positive | 90.2% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 29 | 221 |
Where to buy
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Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | The Darkness II | Wolfenstein: The Old Blood |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | February 9, 2012 | May 4, 2015 |
| Developers | Digital Extremes | MachineGames |
| Publishers | 2K | Bethesda Softworks |
| Platforms | Windows, MacOs | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows XP/Vista/7 | 64-Bit Windows 7/Windows 8 |
| Processor (minimum) | 2.4 GHz Quad Core processor | Intel® Core™ i7 / AMD FX-8350 |
| Memory (minimum) | 2GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Hard Disk Space (minimum) | 10GB | — |
| Video Card (minimum) | 512+ MB NVIDIA GeForce 9800 GTX | — |
| Sound (minimum) | DirectX Compatible | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: The Darkness II or Wolfenstein: The Old Blood?
The Darkness II won the comparison against Wolfenstein: The Old Blood 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 Darkness II worth buying over Wolfenstein: The Old Blood?
Based on the metrics, The Darkness II 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. Wolfenstein: The Old Blood currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 12:08 PM UTC