Ancestors: The Humankind Odyssey vs Maneater
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Maneater wins 13 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Maneater is $4.19 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Ancestors: The Humankind Odyssey | Maneater |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Worth It | 66 | 71 |
| Quality | 67 | 80 |
| Value | 80 | 79 |
| Popularity | 32 | 35 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $6.98 | $2.79 |
| Steam Review Score | 81.1% positive | 87.6% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 104 | 134 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Ancestors: The Humankind Odyssey
Kinguin Cheapest Key marketplace$6.98−83%Buy 
Loaded Authorized reseller$7.99−80%Buy 
GAMIVO Key marketplace$8.31−79%Buy Side by side over time
Ancestors: The Humankind OdysseyManeater
Details and requirements
| Item | Ancestors: The Humankind Odyssey | Maneater |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | August 27, 2020 | May 25, 2021 |
| Developers | Panache Digital Games | Tripwire Interactive |
| Publishers | Private Division | Tripwire Interactive |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 64-bit | Windows 10 |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i7-4770K or AMD Ryzen 5 1600 | Intel Core i7-3770 / AMD Ryzen 5 1500X or Higher |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | GeForce GTX 980 (4GB) or Radeon RX 480 (8GB) | Nvidia GeForce GTX 970 / AMD Radeon R9 390 or Higher |
| DirectX (minimum) | — | Version 11 |
| Network (minimum) | — | Broadband Internet connection |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Ancestors: The Humankind Odyssey or Maneater?
Maneater won the comparison against Ancestors: The Humankind Odyssey 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 Ancestors: The Humankind Odyssey worth buying over Maneater?
Based on the metrics, Maneater 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. Ancestors: The Humankind Odyssey currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 02:52 PM UTC