Secret Ponchos vs V Rising

A full spec-by-spec comparison of Secret Ponchos vs V Rising — engine, performance, dimensions, features and price, with the differences highlighted to help you decide.

Specification Secret Ponchos Switchblade Monkeys Entertainment V Rising Stunlock Studios
Overview
Release Date December 2, 2014 May 8, 2024
Availability Released Released
Age Rating Teen
Developer Switch Blade Monkeys, Switchblade Monkeys Entertainment Stunlock Studios
Publisher Switchblade Monkeys Entertainment Stunlock Studios
Official Site http://www.secretponchos.com https://playvrising.com/
Gameplay
Genre Action, Indie Action, Adventure, Massively Multiplayer
Game Modes Multiplayer Single-player, Multiplayer, Co-op, Online Co-op
Perspective Isometric
Average Playtime 4 hours 7 hours
Platforms & Pricing
Platforms PC, PlayStation PC
Available On Steam, PlayStation Store Steam
PC Requirements
Minimum Requirements OS: Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8 Processor: Intel Dual-Core 2.4 GHz or AMD Dual-Core Athlon 2.5 GHz Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce 460GTX or AMD Radeon HD 6800 1GB equilavent or higher DirectX: Version 10 Network: Broadband Internet connection Storage: 3 GB available space Sound Card: Direct X 10 sound device Additional Notes: Controller / Gamepad Supported : Sony PS4 Dual shock, Microsoft Xbox 360® Controller for Windows®. Keyboard/Mouse is supported. 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 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
Community Rating 2.4 / 5 (119 ratings) 3.7 / 5 (175 ratings)

Secret Ponchos vs V Rising: which should you buy?

For Filipino gamers, V Rising is the stronger choice if you have a capable PC (min. i5-6600, 12GB RAM, GTX 750 Ti). It offers a deeper, longer adventure (7h avg) with single-player and co-op, and a much better community rating (3.7/5). Secret Ponchos is older (2014), has a lower rating (2.4/5), short playtime (4h), and is multiplayer-only (no co-op). However, it runs on much weaker hardware (dual-core, 4GB RAM) and is also available on PlayStation—good for console owners or low-spec PCs. Without price data, we assume Philippine peso pricing on Steam: both are likely affordable during sales. If you prioritize modern gameplay and higher replay value, get V Rising. If your setup is dated or you prefer console gaming, Secret Ponchos is the fallback.

Frequently asked questions

Which game has a better community rating?

V Rising has a higher community rating of 3.7/5 (based on 175 ratings) compared to Secret Ponchos' 2.4/5 (119 ratings).

Which game requires a more powerful PC?

V Rising requires more powerful hardware: a 64-bit OS, Intel i5-6600 or AMD Ryzen 5 1500X, 12GB RAM, and a GTX 750 Ti (2GB) minimum. Secret Ponchos can run on a dual-core 2.4GHz CPU, 4GB RAM, and a GTX 460 (1GB).

Which game is longer?

V Rising has an average playtime of 7 hours, while Secret Ponchos averages only 4 hours.

Can I play either game with friends?

Yes. V Rising supports multiplayer, co-op, and online co-op. Secret Ponchos is multiplayer-only but does not offer co-op. Both require broadband internet.