Osmos vs Universe Sandbox
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Universe Sandbox wins 8 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Osmos is $15.86 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Osmos | Universe Sandbox |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 65 | 64 |
| Quality | 82 | 77 |
| Value | 77 | 64 |
| Popularity | 23 | 36 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $0.35 | $16.21 |
| Steam Review Score | 86.5% positive | 96.4% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 3 | 315 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Osmos | Universe Sandbox |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | August 18, 2009 | August 24, 2015 |
| Developers | Hemisphere Games | Giant Army |
| Publishers | Hemisphere Games | Giant Army |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | — | Windows 11 |
| Processor (minimum) | — | 3.6 GHz quad-core |
| Memory (minimum) | — | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | — | 8+ GB Video Memory |
| DirectX (minimum) | — | Version 12 |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Osmos or Universe Sandbox?
Universe Sandbox won the comparison against Osmos 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 Osmos worth buying over Universe Sandbox?
Based on the metrics, Universe Sandbox 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. Osmos currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 01:00 PM UTC