Archean vs Starbase
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Starbase wins 8 of 13 head-to-head metrics. Starbase is R$40.20 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Archean | Starbase |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Wait for Sale × Maybe | 48 | 62 |
| Quality | 68 | 50 |
| Value | 46 | 88 |
| Popularity | 20 | 31 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 59.99 | R$ 19.79 |
| Steam Review Score | 87.3% positive | 55.9% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 9 | 4 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Archean | Starbase |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | May 16, 2024 | July 29, 2021 |
| Developers | batcholi, FloDKSM | Frozenbyte |
| Publishers | batcholi, FloDKSM | Frozenbyte |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10/11 (64-bit) | Windows 10 (64-bit) |
| Processor (minimum) | 8 core | AMD Ryzen 7 / Intel i7-6700k |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti 11 GB / AMD Radeon RX 5700 8 GB |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | Broadband Internet connection |
| Storage (minimum) | 5 GB available space | 40 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Archean or Starbase?
Starbase won the comparison against Archean 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 Archean worth buying over Starbase?
Based on the metrics, Starbase 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. Starbase currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 04:23 PM UTC