Deponia vs Rise of the Tomb Raider

A full spec-by-spec comparison of Deponia vs Rise of the Tomb Raider — engine, performance, dimensions, features and price, with the differences highlighted to help you decide.

Specification Deponia Daedalic Entertainment Rise of the Tomb Raider Square Enix, Microsoft Studios, Feral Interactive
Overview
Release Date January 27, 2012 November 10, 2015
Availability Released Released
Age Rating Teen
Developer Daedalic Entertainment Feral Interactive, Crystal Dynamics, Nixxes
Publisher Daedalic Entertainment Square Enix, Microsoft Studios, Feral Interactive
Official Site http://www.deponia.de http://www.tombraider.com/us/
Gameplay
Genre Adventure, RPG, Indie, Puzzle Action
Game Modes Single-player Single-player
Perspective 2D Third-person
Average Playtime 4 hours 14 hours
Platforms & Pricing
Platforms PC, PlayStation, Xbox, iOS, Apple Macintosh, Linux, Nintendo PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Apple Macintosh
Available On App Store, GOG, Steam, PlayStation Store, Xbox Store Xbox Store, Steam, Xbox 360 Store, App Store, Epic Games Store
PC Requirements
Minimum Requirements OS:Windows Vista/7 Processor:2.5 GHz (Single Core) or 2 GHz (Dual Core) Memory:2 GB RAM Graphics:OpenGL 2.0 compatible with 512 MB RAM (Shared Memory is not recommended) DirectX®:9.0c Hard Drive:5 GB HDD space Sound:DirectX compatible OS: Windows 7 64bit Processor: Intel Core i3-2100 or AMD equivalent Memory: 6 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 650 2GB or AMD HD7770 2GB DirectX: Version 11 Storage: 25 GB available space
Recommended Requirements OS:Windows Vista/7 Processor:2.5 GHz (Single Core) or 2 GHz (Dual Core) Memory:4 GB RAM Graphics:OpenGL 2.0 compatible with 512 MB RAM (Shared Memory is not recommended) DirectX®:9.0c Hard Drive:5 GB HDD space Sound:DirectX compatible OS: Windows 10 64 bit Processor: Intel Core i7-3770K Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 980Ti 2560x1440 or NVIDIA GTX 970 1920x1080 DirectX: Version 11 Storage: 25 GB available space
Critic & Community Scores
Metacritic 74 / 100 86 / 100
Community Rating 3.9 / 5 (728 ratings) 4.0 / 5 (2,808 ratings)

Deponia vs Rise of the Tomb Raider: which should you buy?

For Filipino buyers, the choice between Deponia and Rise of the Tomb Raider depends on your gaming preferences and hardware. Deponia is a 2D point-and-click adventure with RPG and puzzle elements, ideal for fans of story-driven, slower-paced games. It has a Metacritic score of 74 and a community rating of 3.9/5. Its minimum requirements are very low (2.5 GHz single-core CPU, 2 GB RAM, 512 MB GPU), making it playable on almost any PC or laptop. Average playtime is only 4 hours, and it's available on multiple platforms including PC, PlayStation, Xbox, iOS, Mac, Linux, and Nintendo. In contrast, Rise of the Tomb Raider is a third-person action game with a Metacritic score of 86 and a community rating of 4.0/5. It demands significantly more power (i3-2100, 6 GB RAM, GTX 650 2GB) and has a longer 14-hour campaign. It's available on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Mac, but not on Nintendo or iOS. If you have a low-end PC or prefer casual puzzle adventures, Deponia is the better choice. If you have a gaming PC or console and want high-octane action with better reviews, go with Rise of the Tomb Raider. Both are released and available on Steam and other stores.

Frequently asked questions

Which game is cheaper in the Philippines?

The data does not include prices. Check Steam or local retailers for current Philippine peso prices.

Which game has better graphics and performance requirements?

Rise of the Tomb Raider has much higher graphics requirements (GTX 650 2GB vs. 512 MB GPU) and a larger install size (25 GB vs. 5 GB). Deponia runs on very low-end hardware.

Which game is longer to complete?

Rise of the Tomb Raider has an average playtime of 14 hours, while Deponia averages only 4 hours.

Which game has higher review scores?

Rise of the Tomb Raider has a higher Metacritic score (86 vs. 74) and a slightly higher community rating (4.0 vs. 3.9).