Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel vs From Space
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel wins 9 of 15 head-to-head metrics. From Space is $1.27 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel | From Space |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Wait for Sale | 68 | 51 |
| Quality | 77 | 57 |
| Value | 71 | 64 |
| Popularity | 36 | 26 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $1.70 | $0.43 |
| Steam Review Score | 79.1% positive | 67.6% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 256 | 2 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel | From Space |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | October 13, 2014 | November 3, 2022 |
| Developers | Gearbox Software, 2K Australia | Triangle Studios |
| Publishers | 2K, Aspyr (Linux) | Curve Games |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows XP SP3/Vista/Win 7/Win 8 | Windows 10 |
| Processor (minimum) | 2.3 GHz Quad Core processor | AMD FX-9590 (8 * 4700) / Intel Core i7-6700 (4 * 3400) or equivalent |
| Memory (minimum) | 2048 MB RAM | 10 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 560 / ATI Radeon HD 5850 | Radeon RX 570 (8192 MB) / GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (4096 MB) or equivalent |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 10 | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 20 GB available space | 3 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel or From Space?
Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel won the comparison against From Space 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 Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel worth buying over From Space?
Based on the metrics, Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel 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. Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 05:35 PM UTC