Oxygen Not Included vs The Universim
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
The Universim wins 8 of 14 head-to-head metrics. The Universim is R$33.46 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Oxygen Not Included | The Universim |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 68 | 65 |
| Quality | 93 | 66 |
| Value | 36 | 78 |
| Popularity | 44 | 32 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 45.99 | R$ 12.53 |
| Steam Review Score | 96.8% positive | 79.3% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 7.9K | 55 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
Oxygen Not IncludedThe Universim
Details and requirements
| Item | Oxygen Not Included | The Universim |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | July 30, 2019 | January 22, 2024 |
| Developers | Klei Entertainment | Crytivo |
| Publishers | Klei Entertainment | Crytivo |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 11 | Windows 7 64 bit or Higher |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i7-8700K or equivalent | 6 or 8+ Physical cores CPU @ 3.5GHz+ |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 32 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | Dedicated graphic card with 2GB VRAM | GTX 980/1070/2070/3060 or RX Vega 64/5700/6800 or better |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 3 GB available space | 20 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Oxygen Not Included or The Universim?
The Universim won the comparison against Oxygen Not Included 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 Oxygen Not Included worth buying over The Universim?
Based on the metrics, The Universim 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. The Universim currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 06:13 PM UTC