The Surge vs The Surge 2
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
The Surge wins 8 of 14 head-to-head metrics. The Surge is $1.50 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | The Surge | The Surge 2 |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Worth It | 68 | 74 |
| Quality | 73 | 75 |
| Value | 82 | 93 |
| Popularity | 32 | 31 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $1.49 | $2.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 75.5% positive | 75.7% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 55 | 52 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | The Surge | The Surge 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | May 15, 2017 | September 23, 2019 |
| Developers | Deck13 | Deck13 |
| Publishers | Focus Entertainment | Focus Entertainment |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 7/8/10 (64-bit) | Windows 7/8/10 (64-bit) |
| Processor (minimum) | AMD FX-8370 (4,0 GHz) / Intel Core i7-3820 (3,6 GHz) | AMD FX-8370 (4.0 GHz) / Intel Core i7-3820 (3.6 GHz) |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | 4 GB, AMD Radeon RX 480 / NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 | 6 GB, AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 / NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 Ti |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | Version 11 |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: The Surge or The Surge 2?
The Surge won the comparison against The Surge 2 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 Surge worth buying over The Surge 2?
Based on the metrics, The Surge 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. The Surge 2 currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 01:44 PM UTC