Europa Universalis II vs Portal 2
A full spec-by-spec comparison of Europa Universalis II vs Portal 2 — engine, performance, dimensions, features and price, with the differences highlighted to help you decide.
| Specification | Europa Universalis II Paradox Interactive |
Portal 2
Electronic Arts, Valve
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|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Release Date | December 10, 2001 | April 18, 2011 |
| Availability | Released | Released |
| Age Rating | Everyone | Everyone 10+ |
| Developer | Paradox Development Studio | Valve Software |
| Publisher | Paradox Interactive | Electronic Arts, Valve |
| Official Site | — | http://www.thinkwithportals.com/ |
| Gameplay | ||
| Genre | Strategy | Shooter, Puzzle |
| Game Modes | Single-player, Multiplayer | Single-player, Multiplayer, Co-op, Online Co-op, Local Co-op |
| Average Playtime | 1 hours | 11 hours |
| Perspective | — | First-person |
| Platforms & Pricing | ||
| Platforms | PC | PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Apple Macintosh, Linux |
| Available On | GOG | Xbox Store, Steam, PlayStation Store, Xbox 360 Store |
| PC Requirements | ||
| Minimum Requirements | Windows XP / Vista/ 7 / 8 / 101.8 GHz Processor, 1 GB RAM,3D graphics card compatible with DirectX 9.0cMouse, Keyboard. | — |
| Critic & Community Scores | ||
| Community Rating | 2.6 / 5 (32 ratings) | 4.6 / 5 (6,108 ratings) |
| Metacritic | — | 95 / 100 |
Europa Universalis II vs Portal 2: which should you buy?
Portal 2 offers a superior gaming experience with its higher rating, broader platform support, and more engaging gameplay modes compared to Europa Universalis II. Portal 2 is recommended for those who enjoy puzzle-solving elements in their games or prefer a more interactive and complex multiplayer experience.
Frequently asked questions
Which game is cheaper?
Portal 2 has no listed price while Europa Universalis II does not have an available price on GOG, so it's impossible to determine which is cheaper without current market prices.
Which game requires less powerful hardware?
Europa Universalis II has lower minimum requirements: a 1.8 GHz processor and 1 GB RAM compared to Portal 2's 4 GB RAM requirement for optimal performance.
Which game is better suited for daily commuting or short breaks?
Portal 2, with its shorter average playtime of about 11 hours per session, might be more suitable for quick gaming sessions during commutes or breaks compared to Europa Universalis II's longer playtime of around 1 hour.
Which game is better for puzzle-solving fans?
Portal 2 stands out as the clear choice for those who enjoy puzzle-solving elements in their games. It offers a variety of puzzle modes and has received high praise from critics with a Metacritic score of 95/100.