Maize vs Paradigm
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Paradigm wins 13 of 13 head-to-head metrics. Paradigm is R$1.75 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Maize | Paradigm |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Worth It | 67 | 77 |
| Quality | 71 | 91 |
| Value | 76 | 74 |
| Popularity | 47 | 48 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 3.44 | R$ 1.69 |
| Steam Review Score | 88.5% positive | 95.5% positive |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Maize | Paradigm |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | December 1, 2016 | April 5, 2017 |
| Developers | Finish Line Games | Jacob Janerka |
| Publishers | Finish Line Games | Jacob Janerka |
| Platforms | Windows | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 7 or above, 64 bit | Windows Vista/7/10 |
| Processor (minimum) | Quad-core Intel or AMD, 3.0 GHz or higher | Intel Core I3 |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | 4 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | AMD Radeon RX 480 | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 760 or higher | 1 GB dedicated graphics |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | Version 9.0c |
| Storage (minimum) | 11 GB available space | 5 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Maize or Paradigm?
Paradigm won the comparison against Maize 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 Maize worth buying over Paradigm?
Based on the metrics, Paradigm 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. Maize currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 02:20 PM UTC