head to head
vs
Echo of SoulvsThe Outer Worlds
Echo of Soul leans Optimization (Pure Optimization); The Outer Worlds leans Optimization (Pure Optimization).
Echo of SoulThe Outer Worlds
Axis by axis
Execution3 vs 3
Even - both lean on execution about the same.
Reads2 vs 1
Echo of Soul leans harder on reads: PvE foes are scripted; minor PvP read element exists
Variance3 vs 2
Echo of Soul leans harder on variance: Loot drops and dungeon RNG add some chance
Optimization7 vs 7
Even - both lean on optimization about the same.
Two games can score the same on an axis and still test it in very different ways - read each rationale, not just the number.