head to head
vs
The Forgotten CityvsX3: Reunion
The Forgotten City leans Optimization (Pure Optimization); X3: Reunion leans Optimization (Pure Optimization).
The Forgotten CityX3: Reunion
Axis by axis
Execution2 vs 2
Even - both lean on execution about the same.
Reads0 vs 0
Even - both lean on reads about the same.
Variance3 vs 2
The Forgotten City leans harder on variance: Hidden motivations and loop-dependent states create investigative uncertainty
Optimization8 vs 9
X3: Reunion leans harder on optimization: Building optimal trade loops and factory empires 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.