Model Builder: Complete Edition vs SpaceEngine
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Model Builder: Complete Edition wins 7 of 13 head-to-head metrics. Model Builder: Complete Edition is $28.45 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Model Builder: Complete Edition | SpaceEngine |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 55 | 58 |
| Quality | 61 | 77 |
| Value | 71 | 47 |
| Popularity | 25 | 34 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $1.54 | $29.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 74.3% positive | 96.2% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 2 | 189 |
Where to buy
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Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Model Builder: Complete Edition | SpaceEngine |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | February 8, 2022 | June 11, 2019 |
| Developers | Moonlit S.A. | Cosmographic Software |
| Publishers | Green Man Gaming Publishing | Cosmographic Software |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 | Windows 10 |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i7-9700 / Ryzen 7 3800X | Intel Core i5-4430 or AMD FX-8350 |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | 8GB NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060S / AMD Radeon RX 5700, or higher | GeForce GTX 1060 (5/6 GB) or Radeon RX 480 (8 GB) |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 12 | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 20 GB available space | 50 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Model Builder: Complete Edition or SpaceEngine?
Model Builder: Complete Edition won the comparison against SpaceEngine 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 Model Builder: Complete Edition worth buying over SpaceEngine?
Based on the metrics, Model Builder: Complete Edition 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. Model Builder: Complete Edition currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 05:44 PM UTC