The Last Plague: Blight vs Valheim
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Valheim wins 12 of 15 head-to-head metrics. The Last Plague: Blight is $4.91 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | The Last Plague: Blight | Valheim |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Wait for Sale × Worth It | 51 | 79 |
| Quality | 71 | 93 |
| Value | 46 | 59 |
| Popularity | 26 | 75 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $16.99 | $21.90 |
| Steam Review Score | 88.8% positive | 93.7% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 46 | 77.3K |
Where to buy
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Details and requirements
| Item | The Last Plague: Blight | Valheim |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | October 3, 2024 | September 9, 2026 |
| Developers | Original Studios | Iron Gate AB |
| Publishers | Original Studios | Coffee Stain Publishing |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | 8GB VRAM | GeForce GTX 1060 or Radeon RX 580 |
| Storage (minimum) | 8 GB available space | 1 GB available space |
| OS (minimum) | — | Windows 10 or later |
| Processor (minimum) | — | i5 3GHz or Ryzen 5 3GHz |
| DirectX (minimum) | — | Version 11 |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: The Last Plague: Blight or Valheim?
Valheim won the comparison against The Last Plague: Blight 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 Last Plague: Blight worth buying over Valheim?
Based on the metrics, Valheim 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. Valheim currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 01:44 PM UTC