Beyond the Map vs Novus Inceptio
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Novus Inceptio wins 8 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Novus Inceptio is $7.69 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Beyond the Map | Novus Inceptio |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Wait for Sale | 61 | 49 |
| Quality | 63 | 46 |
| Value | 86 | 69 |
| Popularity | 24 | 25 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $11.59 | $3.90 |
| Steam Review Score | 77.2% positive | 50.5% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 16 | 10 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Beyond the Map | Novus Inceptio |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | August 25, 2025 | October 5, 2015 |
| Developers | Glitch Goblins | McMagic Productions |
| Publishers | Glitch Goblins | McMagic Productions |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 or 11 | 64-Bit Windows 10 |
| Processor (minimum) | 8 cores | Intel I7-3770, AMD FX 8350 4.0 Ghz |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | GeForce RTX 3060 | DirectX11 Compatible GPU with 2 GB Video RAM - Integrated VGA is not supported. |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | Version 11 |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | Broadband Internet connection |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Beyond the Map or Novus Inceptio?
Novus Inceptio won the comparison against Beyond the Map 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 the Map worth buying over Novus Inceptio?
Based on the metrics, Novus Inceptio 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 the Map currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 04:32 PM UTC