Distant Worlds: Universe vs Stellaris
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Stellaris wins 10 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Distant Worlds: Universe is R$40.50 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Distant Worlds: Universe | Stellaris |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Worth It | 61 | 72 |
| Quality | 74 | 83 |
| Value | 78 | 69 |
| Popularity | 26 | 46 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 5.40 | R$ 45.90 |
| Steam Review Score | 71.7% positive | 85.7% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 7 | 11.4K |
Where to buy
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Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Distant Worlds: Universe | Stellaris |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | May 23, 2014 | May 9, 2016 |
| Developers | Code Force | Paradox Development Studio |
| Publishers | Slitherine Ltd. | Paradox Interactive |
| Platforms | Windows | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | Windows Vista, Windows 7, 8 (64-bit), 10 | Windows® 10 Home 64 Bit |
| Processor (minimum) | Dual Core CPU @ 2.0 GHz | Intel® iCore™ i5-3570K or AMD® Ryzen™ 5 2400G |
| Memory (minimum) | 4 GB RAM | 4 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | minimum 1024 x 768 resolution, 32 bit | Nvidia® GeForce™ GTX 560 Ti (1GB VRAM) or AMD® Radeon™ R7 370 (2 GB VRAM) |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 9.0c | Version 12 |
| Storage (minimum) | 1 GB available space | 10 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Distant Worlds: Universe or Stellaris?
Stellaris 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 Stellaris?
Based on the metrics, Stellaris 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, 03:40 PM UTC