Cogmind vs Sword of the Stars: The Pit
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Cogmind wins 8 of 13 head-to-head metrics. Sword of the Stars: The Pit is R$65.45 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Cogmind | Sword of the Stars: The Pit |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 54 | 64 |
| Quality | 76 | 76 |
| Value | 52 | 52 |
| Popularity | 26 | 25 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 73.99 | R$ 8.54 |
| Steam Review Score | 95.5% positive | 83.6% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 17 | 5 |
Where to buy
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Details and requirements
| Item | Cogmind | Sword of the Stars: The Pit |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | October 16, 2017 | February 21, 2013 |
| Developers | Grid Sage Games | Kerberos Productions |
| Publishers | Grid Sage Games | Kerberos Productions |
| Platforms | Windows | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | — | Windows Vista / 7 |
| Processor (minimum) | — | Intel Pentium 2 GHz or equivalent |
| Memory (minimum) | — | 2 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | — | 1 GB DX compatible card |
| Hard Drive (minimum) | — | 1.4 GB HD space |
| Sound (minimum) | — | Any Windows compatible sound device |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Cogmind or Sword of the Stars: The Pit?
Cogmind won the comparison against Sword of the Stars: The Pit 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 Cogmind worth buying over Sword of the Stars: The Pit?
Based on the metrics, Cogmind 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. Too close to call currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 04:33 PM UTC