Galactic Civilizations IV vs Revival: Recolonization
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Galactic Civilizations IV wins 7 of 13 head-to-head metrics. Revival: Recolonization is $4.50 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 IV | Revival: Recolonization |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 59 | 68 |
| Quality | 61 | 57 |
| Value | 82 | 100 |
| Popularity | 27 | 41 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $5.53 | $1.03 |
| Steam Review Score | 72.4% positive | 69.4% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 236 | 0 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Galactic Civilizations IV | Revival: Recolonization |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | October 19, 2023 | April 11, 2024 |
| Developers | Stardock Entertainment | HeroCraft PC |
| Publishers | Stardock Entertainment | HeroCraft PC |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 / Windows 11 (64-bit) | Windows 8.1, Windows 10 (64-bit versions) |
| Processor (minimum) | Quad-Core Processor (Intel Core i5 / AMD Ryzen 2x00) | Intel Core i7 2.8GHz / AMD Ryzen 7 (or equivalents) |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | 1GB VRAM Video Card | NVidia GTX 1080 / AMD 6600 (or equivalents) |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | Version 11 |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Galactic Civilizations IV or Revival: Recolonization?
Galactic Civilizations IV won the comparison against Revival: Recolonization 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 IV worth buying over Revival: Recolonization?
Based on the metrics, Galactic Civilizations IV 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. Revival: Recolonization currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 12:11 PM UTC