Expeditions: Samurai vs Solasta: Crown of the Magister
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Solasta: Crown of the Magister wins 12 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Solasta: Crown of the Magister is $23.75 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Expeditions: Samurai | Solasta: Crown of the Magister |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Wait for Sale × Maybe | 45 | 63 |
| Quality | 49 | 71 |
| Value | 56 | 67 |
| Popularity | 20 | 35 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $29.14 | $5.39 |
| Steam Review Score | 57.9% positive | 87.1% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 6 | 794 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Expeditions: Samurai
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Details and requirements
| Item | Expeditions: Samurai | Solasta: Crown of the Magister |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | August 7, 2026 | May 27, 2021 |
| Developers | Campfire Cabal | Tactical Adventures |
| Publishers | THQ Nordic | Tactical Adventures |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10/11 | Windows 10 |
| Processor (minimum) | i5-12400 / Ryzen 5 5600 | AMD Ryzen 3 1300X / Intel Core i5-7400 |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | RX 6700 / RTX 2060 Super | Radeon RX 590 / GeForce GTX 1060 |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 12 | Version 11 |
| Storage (minimum) | 15 GB available space | 40 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Expeditions: Samurai or Solasta: Crown of the Magister?
Solasta: Crown of the Magister won the comparison against Expeditions: Samurai 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 Expeditions: Samurai worth buying over Solasta: Crown of the Magister?
Based on the metrics, Solasta: Crown of the Magister 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. Solasta: Crown of the Magister currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 04:36 PM UTC