Galactic Civilizations III vs Sword of the Stars II: Enhanced Edition
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Galactic Civilizations III wins 13 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Sword of the Stars II: Enhanced Edition is R$0.46 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Galactic Civilizations III | Sword of the Stars II: Enhanced Edition |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Wait for Sale | 63 | 54 |
| Quality | 78 | 48 |
| Value | 65 | 80 |
| Popularity | 32 | 23 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 12.67 | R$ 12.21 |
| Steam Review Score | 77.1% positive | 44.2% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 116 | 4 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Galactic Civilizations III
Kinguin Cheapest Key marketplaceR$12.67−87%Buy 
GAMIVO Key marketplaceR$13.69−86%Buy 
Green Man Gaming Authorized resellerR$30.36−70%Buy Sword of the Stars II: Enhanced Edition
Side by side over time
Galactic Civilizations IIISword of the Stars II: Enhanced Edition
Details and requirements
| Item | Galactic Civilizations III | Sword of the Stars II: Enhanced Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | May 14, 2015 | November 30, 2012 |
| Developers | Stardock Entertainment | Kerberos Productions |
| Publishers | Stardock Entertainment | Paradox Interactive |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | 64-bit Windows 10 / 8.x / 7 | — |
| Processor (minimum) | 2.3 GHz Intel Core i5 Processor or Equivalent | — |
| Memory (minimum) | 6 GB RAM | — |
| Graphics (minimum) | 1 GB DirectX 10.1 Video Card | — |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 10 | — |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Galactic Civilizations III or Sword of the Stars II: Enhanced Edition?
Galactic Civilizations III won the comparison against Sword of the Stars II: Enhanced Edition 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 Galactic Civilizations III worth buying over Sword of the Stars II: Enhanced Edition?
Based on the metrics, Galactic Civilizations III 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. Sword of the Stars II: Enhanced Edition currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 05:29 PM UTC