head to head
vs
SOMAvsThe Golden Compass
SOMA leans Optimization (Light / Casual); The Golden Compass leans Execution (Light / Casual).
SOMAThe Golden Compass
Axis by axis
Execution2 vs 3
The Golden Compass leans harder on execution: Simple platforming and minigame inputs, low ceiling
Reads0 vs 0
Even - both lean on reads about the same.
Variance2 vs 1
SOMA leans harder on variance: Some hiding spot variation.
Optimization3 vs 3
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.