Palworld vs Project Castaway
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Palworld wins 10 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Project Castaway is R$34.91 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Palworld | Project Castaway |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Wait for Sale | 77 | 52 |
| Quality | 76 | 55 |
| Value | 78 | 67 |
| Popularity | 60 | 27 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 62.29 | R$ 27.38 |
| Steam Review Score | 94.6% positive | 64.1% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 39.6K | 35 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Palworld | Project Castaway |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | July 9, 2026 | March 17, 2026 |
| Developers | Pocketpair | Mardonpol Inc. |
| Publishers | Pocketpair | Mardonpol Inc. |
| Platforms | Windows | Linux, Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 11 (64-Bit) | Windows 10 |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5-12400 / AMD Ryzen 5 5600X | Intel Core i5-9400 or equivalent CPU |
| Memory (minimum) | 32 GB RAM | 12 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti / Radeon RX 6700 XT | NVidia GeForce RTX 2060 or AMD equivalent |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | — |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Palworld or Project Castaway?
Palworld won the comparison against Project Castaway 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 Palworld worth buying over Project Castaway?
Based on the metrics, Palworld 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. Palworld currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 03:33 PM UTC