POSTAL 2 vs V Rising
A full spec-by-spec comparison of POSTAL 2 vs V Rising — engine, performance, dimensions, features and price, with the differences highlighted to help you decide.
| Specification | POSTAL 2 Running With Scissors | V Rising Stunlock Studios |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Release Date | April 13, 2003 | May 8, 2024 |
| Availability | Released | Released |
| Age Rating | Adults Only | — |
| Developer | Running With Scissors | Stunlock Studios |
| Publisher | Running With Scissors | Stunlock Studios |
| Official Site | http://www.runningwithscissors.com | https://playvrising.com/ |
| Gameplay | ||
| Genre | Action, Shooter, Adventure, Indie | Action, Adventure, Massively Multiplayer |
| Game Modes | Single-player, Multiplayer | Single-player, Multiplayer, Co-op, Online Co-op |
| Perspective | First-person | — |
| Average Playtime | 4 hours | 7 hours |
| Platforms & Pricing | ||
| Platforms | PC, Apple Macintosh, Linux | PC |
| Available On | GOG, Steam | Steam |
| PC Requirements | ||
| Minimum Requirements | OS:Windows XP SP3/Vista/7/8/10 Processor:Pentium 3 1133MHz or AMD Athlon 733MHz Processor Memory:128 MB RAM Graphics:32MB GeForce 2 or Radeon Video Card DirectX®:8.0 Hard Drive:1200 MB HD space Other Requirements:Broadband Internet connection | 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 XP SP3/Vista/7/8/10 Processor:1.2GHz Memory:384 MB RAM Graphics:64MB GeForce 3 or Radeon 8500 Video Card DirectX®:8.0 Hard Drive:1200 MB HD space Other Requirements:Broadband Internet connection | 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 | 59 / 100 | — |
| Community Rating | 3.9 / 5 (1,078 ratings) | 3.7 / 5 (175 ratings) |
POSTAL 2 vs V Rising: which should you buy?
For Filipino gamers on a budget or with older PCs, POSTAL 2 is the clear choice: it runs on Windows XP SP3 with just 128 MB RAM and a 32MB GPU, making it playable even on decade-old hardware. It costs less (price not shown, but typical sale price is under PHP 100 on Steam) and offers a controversial first-person shooter with single-player and multiplayer. However, its Adults Only rating and dated graphics may not appeal to everyone, and its Metacritic score is a low 59. V Rising is a modern survival MMO where you play a vampire, requiring a 64-bit OS, 12 GB RAM, and a GTX 750 Ti or better — a significant investment for a Philippine gaming PC (typically PHP 30,000+ for the whole setup). It has no official pricing listed, but is likely around PHP 700-1,000. While its community rating is slightly lower (3.7/5 vs 3.9/5), it offers co-op and online multiplayer with around 7 hours of average playtime. Choose POSTAL 2 for low-cost, low-spec gaming; choose V Rising if you have a modern PC and prefer immersive survival-crafting with friends.
Frequently asked questions
Which game has lower system requirements?
POSTAL 2 requires much lower specs: Windows XP SP3, 128 MB RAM, and a 32MB GPU. V Rising needs a 64-bit OS, 12 GB RAM, and a GTX 750 Ti.
Which game offers multiplayer?
Both games support multiplayer. POSTAL 2 has standard multiplayer, while V Rising includes co-op and online multiplayer/MMO features.
Which game is more recent?
V Rising was released on May 8, 2024, while POSTAL 2 is much older, released on April 13, 2003.
Which game has a higher community rating?
POSTAL 2 has a community rating of 3.9/5 based on 1,078 ratings, compared to V Rising's 3.7/5 from 175 ratings.