Blood and Bacon vs Nuclear Throne
A full spec-by-spec comparison of Blood and Bacon vs Nuclear Throne — engine, performance, dimensions, features and price, with the differences highlighted to help you decide.
| Specification | Blood and Bacon Grunge Games | Nuclear Throne Vlambeer |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Release Date | February 1, 2016 | December 4, 2015 |
| Availability | Released | Released |
| Developer | BIG | Vlambeer |
| Publisher | Grunge Games | Vlambeer |
| Age Rating | — | Everyone 10+ |
| Official Site | — | http://nuclearthrone.com/ |
| Gameplay | ||
| Genre | Action, Adventure, Casual | Action, Shooter, RPG, Indie |
| Game Modes | Single-player, Multiplayer, Co-op, Online Co-op, Online Multiplayer | Single-player, Co-op, Local Co-op, Split-screen |
| Perspective | First-person | Top-down, 2D |
| Average Playtime | 3 hours | 5 hours |
| Platforms & Pricing | ||
| Platforms | PC | PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Apple Macintosh, Linux, Nintendo |
| Available On | Steam | Epic Games Store, PlayStation Store, Steam, GOG, Nintendo eShop, Xbox 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 XP Processor: 1.2Ghz+ Memory: 1024 MB RAM Graphics: 256MB Storage: 200 MB available space Additional Notes: This game is locked to 30 frames per second. |
| Recommended Requirements | — | OS: Windows XP Processor: 2Ghz Memory: 2048 MB RAM Graphics: 1GB Storage: 500 MB available space Additional Notes: This game is locked to 30 frames per second. |
| Critic & Community Scores | ||
| Community Rating | 3.1 / 5 (115 ratings) | 4.0 / 5 (302 ratings) |
Blood and Bacon vs Nuclear Throne: which should you buy?
For a Filipino buyer looking for a casual, budget-friendly experience on a basic PC, Blood and Bacon is the better choice. It costs nothing extra beyond the Steam purchase, runs on Windows Vista and up with minimal hardware—600 MB RAM, 300 MB storage, and a 1.2 GHz Pentium 4—making it highly practical for older systems. Nuclear Throne, while more powerful with 1024 MB RAM, 256 MB graphics, and a wider platform range including PlayStation and Xbox, requires a more robust setup and locks at 30 FPS. However, Blood and Bacon’s lower requirements and shorter 3-hour playtime may not suit those seeking longer sessions. If you value accessibility and don’t need high performance, Blood and Bacon delivers more value. Nuclear Throne is better for those with stronger systems who want deeper gameplay mechanics, but at a higher cost in complexity and system demand. For most Filipino gamers with limited hardware, Blood and Bacon is the smarter pick.
Frequently asked questions
Which game is cheaper to buy in the Philippines?
Both games are purchased via digital stores; Blood and Bacon costs nothing extra beyond Steam, while Nuclear Throne is also purchased digitally without additional cost.
Which game requires less powerful hardware?
Blood and Bacon runs on Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8 and up, 600 MB RAM, 300 MB storage, and a 1.2 GHz Pentium 4, making it more accessible.
Which game offers a longer playtime?
Nuclear Throne has an average playtime of 5 hours, compared to Blood and Bacon’s 3 hours.
Which game has a broader platform availability?
Nuclear Throne is available on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Apple Macintosh, Linux, and Nintendo, while Blood and Bacon is only on PC via Steam.