The Spirit of the Samurai vs They Always Run
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
They Always Run wins 9 of 13 head-to-head metrics. They Always Run is R$18.71 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | The Spirit of the Samurai | They Always Run |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 59 | 68 |
| Quality | 51 | 74 |
| Value | 72 | 77 |
| Popularity | 42 | 47 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 22.43 | R$ 3.72 |
| Steam Review Score | 60.2% positive | 78.3% positive |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | The Spirit of the Samurai | They Always Run |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | December 12, 2024 | October 20, 2021 |
| Developers | Digital Mind Games | Alawar |
| Publishers | Digital Mind Games | Alawar |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 64-bit | — |
| Processor (minimum) | AMD Ryzen 3 1200 | Intel Core i5-7600 | — |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | — |
| Graphics (minimum) | Nvidia GeForce GTX 460 | AMD Radeon HD 7850 | — |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 5 GB available space | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: The Spirit of the Samurai or They Always Run?
They Always Run won the comparison against The Spirit of the Samurai 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 Spirit of the Samurai worth buying over They Always Run?
Based on the metrics, They Always Run 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. They Always Run currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 01:46 PM UTC