MarZ: Tactical Base Defense vs Surviving Mars
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Surviving Mars wins 10 of 14 head-to-head metrics. MarZ: Tactical Base Defense is R$0.04 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | MarZ: Tactical Base Defense | Surviving Mars |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 56 | 66 |
| Quality | 63 | 77 |
| Value | 58 | 71 |
| Popularity | 24 | 34 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 28.96 | R$ 29.00 |
| Steam Review Score | 77.3% positive | 78.6% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 1 | 208 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
MarZ: Tactical Base DefenseSurviving Mars
Details and requirements
| Item | MarZ: Tactical Base Defense | Surviving Mars |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | April 4, 2019 | March 15, 2018 |
| Developers | Giant Grey | Haemimont Games, Abstraction |
| Publishers | Giant Grey | Paradox Interactive |
| Platforms | Windows | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: MarZ: Tactical Base Defense or Surviving Mars?
Surviving Mars won the comparison against MarZ: Tactical Base Defense 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 MarZ: Tactical Base Defense worth buying over Surviving Mars?
Based on the metrics, Surviving Mars 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. Surviving Mars currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 04:48 PM UTC