Dwarf Fortress vs Stellar Settlers: Space Base Builder
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Stellar Settlers: Space Base Builder wins 8 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Stellar Settlers: Space Base Builder is R$78.29 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Dwarf Fortress | Stellar Settlers: Space Base Builder |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Maybe | 70 | 61 |
| Quality | 94 | 58 |
| Value | 47 | 67 |
| Popularity | 36 | 46 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 99.99 | R$ 21.70 |
| Steam Review Score | 94.8% positive | 69.5% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 634 | 0 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
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Details and requirements
| Item | Dwarf Fortress | Stellar Settlers: Space Base Builder |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | December 6, 2022 | February 22, 2025 |
| Developers | Bay 12 Games | Tinymice Entertainment |
| Publishers | Kitfox Games | Gamersky Games, Rogue Duck Interactive |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
| Processor (minimum) | Dual Core CPU - 4GHz+ | Core i5 or equivalent |
| Memory (minimum) | 4 GB RAM | 4 GB RAM |
| Storage (minimum) | 500 MB available space | 2 GB available space |
| OS (minimum) | — | Windows 10 |
| Graphics (minimum) | — | DirectX 11 and/or OpenGL 3.3 compatible video card |
| Additional Notes (minimum) | — | 64 Bit Only |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Dwarf Fortress or Stellar Settlers: Space Base Builder?
Stellar Settlers: Space Base Builder won the comparison against Dwarf Fortress 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 Dwarf Fortress worth buying over Stellar Settlers: Space Base Builder?
Based on the metrics, Stellar Settlers: Space Base Builder 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. Stellar Settlers: Space Base Builder currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 04:47 PM UTC