The Banner Saga 2 vs The Banner Saga 3
7/10Match score
Higher community rating
The Banner Saga 3
+2
rating points
More player ratings
The Banner Saga 2
126 ratings
Similarity Breakdown
Same
Game Modes
Different
Perspective
Similar
Genres
Same
Themes
Different
Features
Shared
Game Modes
Single player
Genres
IndieRole-playing (RPG)SimulatorStrategyTactical
Themes
FantasyHistorical
Features
the game awards - best strategy game - nomineemedieval
Key Differences
Perspective
The Banner Saga 2
Side view
The Banner Saga 3
Bird view / Isometric
Genres
The Banner Saga 2
Adventure
The Banner Saga 3
Turn-based strategy (TBS)
Features
The Banner Saga 2
stealth killtactical turn-based combatturn-basedregicidebards
The Banner Saga 3
-Side-by-Side Comparison
| Feature | The Banner Saga 2 | The Banner Saga 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Release Date | Apr 19, 2016 | Jul 26, 2018 |
| Rating | 86/100 (126 ratings) | 88/100 (66 ratings) |
| Genres | AdventureIndieRole-playing (RPG)SimulatorStrategyTactical | IndieRole-playing (RPG)SimulatorStrategyTacticalTurn-based strategy (TBS) |
| Themes | FantasyHistorical | FantasyHistorical |
| Features | stealth killtactical turn-based combatturn-basedregicidethe game awards - best strategy game - nomineebardsberserkerscentaursclass changedream sequenceforaginginvented languagemoralestory recapthe game awards 2016 | the game awards - best strategy game - nomineemedieval |
| Game Modes | Single player | Single player |
| Player Perspective | Side view | Bird view / Isometric |
| Platforms | Android, Mac, Nintendo Switch, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 4, Xbox One, iOS | Android, Mac, Nintendo Switch, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 4, Xbox One, iOS |
Comparison Summary
The Banner Saga 2 and The Banner Saga 3 have a 7/10 match score. Both games overlap around Single player, Indie, Role-playing (RPG), Simulator, Strategy, Tactical.
The Banner Saga 2 stands out for Side view, Adventure, stealth kill, tactical turn-based combat, while The Banner Saga 3 stands out for Bird view / Isometric, Turn-based strategy (TBS).
The Banner Saga 3 has the higher community rating in the current dataset. Players who enjoy Single player, Indie, Role-playing (RPG) are the most likely to find value in both.