Don't Starve Together vs The Escapists
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Don't Starve Together wins 10 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Don't Starve Together is $0.92 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Don't Starve Together | The Escapists |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Worth It | 80 | 71 |
| Quality | 91 | 82 |
| Value | 79 | 79 |
| Popularity | 53 | 34 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $1.47 | $2.39 |
| Steam Review Score | 94.9% positive | 90.3% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 22.8K | 98 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
Don't Starve TogetherThe Escapists
Details and requirements
| Item | Don't Starve Together | The Escapists |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | April 21, 2016 | February 13, 2015 |
| Developers | Klei Entertainment | Mouldy Toof Studios |
| Publishers | Klei Entertainment | Team17 |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Don't Starve Together or The Escapists?
Don't Starve Together won the comparison against The Escapists 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 Don't Starve Together worth buying over The Escapists?
Based on the metrics, Don't Starve Together 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, 11:36 AM UTC