Orbital Checkpoint vs The Test
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
The Test wins 8 of 13 head-to-head metrics. The Test is $2.50 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Orbital Checkpoint | The Test |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Not Enough Data × Maybe | 60 | 64 |
| Quality | 50 | 78 |
| Value | 79 | 47 |
| Popularity | 0 | 69 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $3.60 | $1.99 |
| Steam Review Score | N/A | 96.7% positive |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Orbital Checkpoint
Side by side over time
Orbital CheckpointThe Test
Details and requirements
| Item | Orbital Checkpoint | The Test |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | August 27, 2026 | February 24, 2020 |
| Developers | VitalGrid Games | Randumb Studios |
| Publishers | VitalGrid Games | Randumb Studios |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 - 11 | — |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel I7 | — |
| Memory (minimum) | 4 GB RAM | — |
| Graphics (minimum) | GTX 1660 | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 2 GB available space | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Orbital Checkpoint or The Test?
The Test won the comparison against Orbital Checkpoint 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 Orbital Checkpoint worth buying over The Test?
Based on the metrics, The Test 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. Orbital Checkpoint currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 02:37 PM UTC