Big Pharma vs Merchant of the Skies
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Merchant of the Skies wins 9 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Merchant of the Skies is R$66.75 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Big Pharma | Merchant of the Skies |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 56 | 62 |
| Quality | 74 | 71 |
| Value | 38 | 67 |
| Popularity | 26 | 26 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 70.00 | R$ 3.25 |
| Steam Review Score | 78.1% positive | 87.7% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 12 | 3 |
Where to buy
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Details and requirements
| Item | Big Pharma | Merchant of the Skies |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | August 27, 2015 | April 17, 2020 |
| Developers | Twice Circled | Coldwild Games |
| Publishers | Positech Games | Coldwild Games |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | Windows XP, 7, 8, 10 | — |
| Processor (minimum) | 2GHz Quad Core | — |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | — |
| Graphics (minimum) | GeForce 700 series or better | — |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 9.0c | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 2 GB available space | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Big Pharma or Merchant of the Skies?
Merchant of the Skies won the comparison against Big Pharma 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 Big Pharma worth buying over Merchant of the Skies?
Based on the metrics, Merchant of the Skies 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. Merchant of the Skies currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 04:33 PM UTC