Blood and Bacon vs Hyper Light Drifter
A full spec-by-spec comparison of Blood and Bacon vs Hyper Light Drifter — engine, performance, dimensions, features and price, with the differences highlighted to help you decide.
| Specification | Blood and Bacon Grunge Games | Hyper Light Drifter Abylight, Heart Machine |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Release Date | February 1, 2016 | March 30, 2016 |
| Availability | Released | Released |
| Developer | BIG | Heart Machine, Abylight |
| Publisher | Grunge Games | Abylight, Heart Machine |
| Official Site | — | http://heartmachine.com |
| Gameplay | ||
| Genre | Action, Adventure, Casual | Action, Adventure, RPG, Indie |
| Game Modes | Single-player, Multiplayer, Co-op, Online Co-op, Online Multiplayer | Single-player, Multiplayer, Co-op, Local Co-op |
| Perspective | First-person | Top-down, 2D |
| Average Playtime | 3 hours | 4 hours |
| Platforms & Pricing | ||
| Platforms | PC | PC, PlayStation, Xbox, iOS, Apple Macintosh, Linux, Nintendo |
| Available On | Steam | PlayStation Store, Epic Games Store, Nintendo eShop, Xbox Store, Steam, GOG, App Store |
| PC Requirements | ||
| Minimum Requirements | OS: Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8 and up Processor: 1.2 GHz Pentium 4 Minimum Memory: 600 MB RAM Graphics: Shader Model 3.0, Direct3D , Hardware Acceleration DirectX: Version 10 Storage: 300 MB available space Sound Card: Sound Card is Required or Virtual Sound Card Additional Notes: Supports Multiple Resolutions and AA Settings | OS: Windows 7 and above Processor: 1.2 ghz Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: 512 mb video memory DirectX: Version 10 Storage: 2 GB available space |
| Critic & Community Scores | ||
| Community Rating | 3.1 / 5 (115 ratings) | 4.1 / 5 (595 ratings) |
| Metacritic | — | 84 / 100 |
Blood and Bacon vs Hyper Light Drifter: which should you buy?
For a Filipino buyer prioritizing value and accessibility, Blood and Bacon is the better choice, despite its lower community rating. It costs nothing more than the price of PC games typically around 30 for PC via Steam, making it the most affordable option. It runs on basic Windows systems—Windows Vista, 7, 8, and up—with only 600 MB RAM required, making it highly practical for older hardware. However, it lacks support for modern platforms like iOS, PlayStation, or Xbox, and has a much shorter average playtime of 3 hours. Hyper Light Drifter, priced at a higher rate, offers better graphics with 512 MB video memory and a top-down 2D perspective, but demands 4 GB RAM and a more powerful system. It supports multiple platforms, including Apple Macintosh and Linux, but costs more. The 84/100 Metacritic score and 4.1/5 community rating suggest stronger quality, yet it is less accessible for those with limited resources. Blood and Bacon wins for budget and basic compatibility; Hyper Light Drifter wins for depth and platform range, but at a higher cost and system demand.
Frequently asked questions
Which game costs less for a Filipino buyer?
Blood and Bacon costs nothing more than the lowest price for PC via Steam, while Hyper Light Drifter has a higher price.
Which game is more powerful enough to run on older PCs?
Blood and Bacon runs on Windows Vista, 7, 8 and up with 600 MB RAM, while Hyper Light Drifter needs 4 GB RAM and a more powerful system.
Which game offers better features for multiple devices?
Hyper Light Drifter supports PC, PlayStation, Xbox, iOS, Apple Macintosh, Linux, and Nintendo, while Blood and Bacon is only available on PC via Steam.
Which game has a better community reception?
Blood and Bacon has a 3.1/5 rating from 115 ratings, while Hyper Light Drifter has a 4.1/5 rating from 595 ratings.