Neptunia Virtual Stars vs SAMURAI MAIDEN
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
SAMURAI MAIDEN wins 8 of 13 head-to-head metrics. Neptunia Virtual Stars is R$29.13 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Neptunia Virtual Stars | SAMURAI MAIDEN |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 59 | 55 |
| Quality | 48 | 52 |
| Value | 80 | 79 |
| Popularity | 42 | 23 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 11.08 | R$ 40.21 |
| Steam Review Score | 55.5% positive | 61% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 0 | 1 |
Where to buy
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Details and requirements
| Item | Neptunia Virtual Stars | SAMURAI MAIDEN |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | March 29, 2021 | December 8, 2022 |
| Developers | Idea Factory, Compile Heart | SHADE Inc. |
| Publishers | Idea Factory International | D3PUBLISHER |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | — | Windows 10 / Windows 11 |
| Processor (minimum) | — | intel Core i7 8700K / AMD Ryzen 5 3600 |
| Memory (minimum) | — | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | — | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 8GB / AMD Radeon RX VEGA 56 8GB |
| DirectX (minimum) | — | Version 12 |
| Storage (minimum) | — | 10 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Neptunia Virtual Stars or SAMURAI MAIDEN?
SAMURAI MAIDEN won the comparison against Neptunia Virtual Stars 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 Neptunia Virtual Stars worth buying over SAMURAI MAIDEN?
Based on the metrics, SAMURAI MAIDEN 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. Neptunia Virtual Stars currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 12:52 PM UTC