Descenders vs V Rising
A full spec-by-spec comparison of Descenders vs V Rising — engine, performance, dimensions, features and price, with the differences highlighted to help you decide.
| Specification | Descenders No More Robots, Noodlecake Studios | V Rising Stunlock Studios |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Release Date | May 7, 2019 | May 8, 2024 |
| Availability | Released | Released |
| Age Rating | Everyone | — |
| Developer | RageSquid, Noodlecake | Stunlock Studios |
| Publisher | No More Robots, Noodlecake Studios | Stunlock Studios |
| Official Site | http://www.descendersgame.com | https://playvrising.com/ |
| Gameplay | ||
| Genre | Action, Sports, Racing | Action, Adventure, Massively Multiplayer |
| Game Modes | Single-player | Single-player, Multiplayer, Co-op, Online Co-op |
| Average Playtime | 2 hours | 7 hours |
| Platforms & Pricing | ||
| Platforms | PC, PlayStation, Xbox, iOS, Nintendo | PC |
| Available On | App Store, Xbox Store, PlayStation Store, Steam | Steam |
| PC Requirements | ||
| Minimum Requirements | OS: Windows 7, 8 Processor: Intel Core i5 Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: Nvidia Geforce GT 430/equivalent or higher Storage: 3 GB available space | Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: Windows 10 64 bit Processor: Intel Core i5-6600, 3.3 GHz or AMD Ryzen 5 1500X, 3.5 GHz Memory: 12 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 750 Ti, 2 GB or AMD Radeon R7 360, 2 GB DirectX: Version 11 Network: Broadband Internet connection Storage: 7 GB available space Additional Notes: Minimum System Requirements might change in the future |
| Recommended Requirements | OS: Windows 10 Processor: High-range Intel Core i5 Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: Nvidia Geforce GTX 560/equivalent or higher Storage: 3 GB available space | Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: Windows 10 64 bit Processor: Intel Core i5-11600K, 3.9 GHz or AMD Ryzen 5 5600X, 3.7 GHz Memory: 12 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070, 8 GB or AMD Radeon RX 590, 8 GB DirectX: Version 11 Network: Broadband Internet connection Storage: 7 GB available space Additional Notes: Recommended System Requirements might change in the future |
| Critic & Community Scores | ||
| Metacritic | 76 / 100 | — |
| Community Rating | 3.4 / 5 (129 ratings) | 3.7 / 5 (175 ratings) |
Descenders vs V Rising: which should you buy?
V Rising is the better choice for Filipino gamers seeking value and sustained engagement, especially if you plan to play online or invest time into the game. It offers 7 hours of average playtime versus 2 hours for Descenders, plus multiplayer and co-op modes—features absent in Descenders’ single-player focus. Minimum system requirements are significantly lower for V Rising (Windows 10 64-bit, 12 GB RAM, GTX 750 Ti) compared to Descenders (Windows 7/10, 4 GB RAM, GTX 430), making V Rising more accessible. While both games have similar community ratings, V Rising’s longer playtime and expanded modes justify the investment for those prioritizing social play or endurance. For most Filipino households, V Rising delivers greater utility and engagement for the time and hardware it demands.