Distant Worlds: Universe vs Galactic Civilizations IV
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Galactic Civilizations IV wins 8 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Distant Worlds: Universe is R$22.33 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Distant Worlds: Universe | Galactic Civilizations IV |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 61 | 59 |
| Quality | 74 | 61 |
| Value | 78 | 80 |
| Popularity | 26 | 27 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 5.40 | R$ 27.73 |
| Steam Review Score | 71.7% positive | 72.4% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 7 | 236 |
Where to buy
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Details and requirements
| Item | Distant Worlds: Universe | Galactic Civilizations IV |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | May 23, 2014 | October 19, 2023 |
| Developers | Code Force | Stardock Entertainment |
| Publishers | Slitherine Ltd. | Stardock Entertainment |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows Vista, Windows 7, 8 (64-bit), 10 | Windows 10 / Windows 11 (64-bit) |
| Processor (minimum) | Dual Core CPU @ 2.0 GHz | Quad-Core Processor (Intel Core i5 / AMD Ryzen 2x00) |
| Memory (minimum) | 4 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | minimum 1024 x 768 resolution, 32 bit | 1GB VRAM Video Card |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 9.0c | Version 11 |
| Storage (minimum) | 1 GB available space | 22 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Distant Worlds: Universe or Galactic Civilizations IV?
Galactic Civilizations IV won the comparison against Distant Worlds: Universe 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 Distant Worlds: Universe worth buying over Galactic Civilizations IV?
Based on the metrics, Galactic Civilizations IV 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. Galactic Civilizations IV currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 02:44 PM UTC