Distant Worlds: Universe vs Particle Fleet: Emergence
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Distant Worlds: Universe wins 8 of 13 head-to-head metrics. Distant Worlds: Universe is R$41.59 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Distant Worlds: Universe | Particle Fleet: Emergence |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 61 | 54 |
| Quality | 74 | 74 |
| Value | 78 | 41 |
| Popularity | 26 | 25 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 5.40 | R$ 46.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 71.7% positive | 92.4% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 7 | 29 |
Where to buy
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Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Distant Worlds: Universe | Particle Fleet: Emergence |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | May 23, 2014 | September 29, 2016 |
| Developers | Code Force | Knuckle Cracker |
| Publishers | Slitherine Ltd. | Knuckle Cracker |
| Platforms | Windows | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | Windows Vista, Windows 7, 8 (64-bit), 10 | Windows 7 or later |
| Processor (minimum) | Dual Core CPU @ 2.0 GHz | Quad Core 2Ghz |
| Memory (minimum) | 4 GB RAM | 4 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | minimum 1024 x 768 resolution, 32 bit | — |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 9.0c | Version 9.0c |
| Storage (minimum) | 1 GB available space | 4 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Distant Worlds: Universe or Particle Fleet: Emergence?
Distant Worlds: Universe won the comparison against Particle Fleet: Emergence 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 Particle Fleet: Emergence?
Based on the metrics, Distant Worlds: Universe 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. Distant Worlds: Universe currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 03:38 PM UTC