Cyberpunk 2077 vs Starfield
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Cyberpunk 2077 wins 11 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Cyberpunk 2077 is $18.66 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Cyberpunk 2077 | Starfield |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Great Deal × Wait for Sale | 87 | 52 |
| Quality | 88 | 53 |
| Value | 93 | 58 |
| Popularity | 65 | 42 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $17.99 | $36.65 |
| Steam Review Score | 87.6% positive | 58.9% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 45.8K | 3.2K |
Where to buy
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Details and requirements
| Item | Cyberpunk 2077 | Starfield |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | December 9, 2020 | September 5, 2023 |
| Developers | CD PROJEKT RED | Bethesda Game Studios |
| Publishers | CD PROJEKT RED | Bethesda Softworks |
| Platforms | Windows, MacOs | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | 64-bit Windows 10 | Windows 10/11 with updates |
| Processor (minimum) | Core i7-12700 or Ryzen 7 7800X3D | AMD Ryzen 5 3600X, Intel i5-10600K |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER or Radeon RX 5700 XT or Arc A770 | AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 12 | Version 12 |
| Storage (minimum) | 70 GB available space | 125 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Cyberpunk 2077 or Starfield?
Cyberpunk 2077 won the comparison against Starfield 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 Cyberpunk 2077 worth buying over Starfield?
Based on the metrics, Cyberpunk 2077 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. Cyberpunk 2077 currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 01:00 PM UTC