Beyond a Steel Sky vs Primordia
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Beyond a Steel Sky wins 8 of 13 head-to-head metrics. Beyond a Steel Sky is R$8.77 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Beyond a Steel Sky | Primordia |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 61 | 60 |
| Quality | 71 | 77 |
| Value | 72 | 38 |
| Popularity | 25 | 28 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 8.22 | R$ 16.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 88% positive | 96.6% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 4 | 2 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Beyond a Steel Sky | Primordia |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | July 16, 2020 | December 5, 2012 |
| Developers | Revolution Software Ltd | Wormwood Studios |
| Publishers | Revolution Software Ltd | Wadjet Eye Games |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 64-bit | — |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5 3470, (3.20 Ghz) or AMD FX-8350, (4.00 Ghz) | — |
| Memory (minimum) | 6 GB RAM | — |
| Graphics (minimum) | Nvidia GeForce GTX 970 4GB or AMD Radeon R9 280X 3GB | — |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 20 GB available space | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Beyond a Steel Sky or Primordia?
Beyond a Steel Sky won the comparison against Primordia 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 Beyond a Steel Sky worth buying over Primordia?
Based on the metrics, Beyond a Steel Sky 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. Beyond a Steel Sky currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 03:27 PM UTC