Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition vs Cossacks 3
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition wins 12 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Cossacks 3 is R$11.93 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition | Cossacks 3 |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Maybe | 70 | 64 |
| Quality | 81 | 68 |
| Value | 72 | 77 |
| Popularity | 38 | 33 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 24.51 | R$ 12.58 |
| Steam Review Score | 85% positive | 82.1% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 3.6K | 818 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition
GAMIVO Cheapest Key marketplaceR$24.51−79%Buy 
Nuuvem Authorized resellerR$99.00−17%Buy 
Steam Official storeR$119.00Buy 
Side by side over time
Age of Empires III: Definitive EditionCossacks 3
Details and requirements
| Item | Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition | Cossacks 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | October 15, 2020 | September 20, 2016 |
| Developers | World's Edge, Forgotten Empires | GSC Game World |
| Publishers | Xbox Game Studios | GSC Game World |
| Platforms | Windows | Linux, Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 version 18362.0 or higher | Windows XP/7/8/10 |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel i5-3300 @ 3.0GHz or AMD FX-8350 or equivalent with an average CPU Passmark score of 4100 or better | Intel Core i5-3470, 3.20GHz or AMD FX-6300, 3.5Ghz |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 6 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | GeForce GTX 980 or Radeon R9 Fury or equivalent with an average Passmark G3D Mark of 9500 or better @1080p | nVidia GeForce 560 / ATI Radeon HD 7900 Series |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | Version 9.0c |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | Broadband Internet connection |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition or Cossacks 3?
Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition won the comparison against Cossacks 3 based on the head-to-head metric breakdown. Check the metrics table above for a full side-by-side analysis.
How is the comparison calculated?
The comparison winner is determined objectively by counting which game wins more individual metrics in the head-to-head table. No weighting is applied. The GameValio Recommendation shown separately is our own suggestion for each game, based on a weighted score that combines quality (reviews), popularity (player counts), and affordability (price vs value) into a score out of 100. These are two different things: the comparison is objective, the recommendation is GameValio's opinion.
Is Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition worth buying over Cossacks 3?
Based on the metrics, Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition won the direct comparison. However, also check the GameValio Recommendation for each game and the price comparison table to make the most informed purchase decision.
Which game has better player reviews?
Review score trends and volume over time are shown in the charts section above. The game with consistently higher positive ratios has stronger community reception.
Which game offers better value for money?
The affordability score and price comparison table above highlight the best deals. Cossacks 3 currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 01:03 PM UTC