head to head
vs
GruntzvsNeighbours from Hell
Gruntz leans Optimization (Pure Optimization); Neighbours from Hell leans Optimization (Pure Optimization).
GruntzNeighbours from Hell
Axis by axis
Execution3 vs 3
Even - both lean on execution about the same.
Reads1 vs 0
Gruntz leans harder on reads: Enemies follow scripted behaviour, not adaptive
Variance2 vs 2
Even - both lean on variance about the same.
Optimization8 vs 7
Gruntz leans harder on optimization: Solving spatial puzzles with tools and switches is the game
Two games can score the same on an axis and still test it in very different ways - read each rationale, not just the number.