Pandora: First Contact vs Star Hammer: The Vanguard Prophecy
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Pandora: First Contact wins 9 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Pandora: First Contact is R$7.64 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Pandora: First Contact | Star Hammer: The Vanguard Prophecy |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 58 | 63 |
| Quality | 60 | 66 |
| Value | 83 | 76 |
| Popularity | 22 | 35 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 9.72 | R$ 17.36 |
| Steam Review Score | 61.6% positive | 73.6% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 1 | 0 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Pandora: First Contact
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Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Pandora: First Contact | Star Hammer: The Vanguard Prophecy |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | May 30, 2014 | June 4, 2015 |
| Developers | Proxy Studios | Black Lab Games |
| Publishers | Slitherine Ltd. | Slitherine Ltd. |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 7 | — |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i3 or equivalent | — |
| Memory (minimum) | 4 GB RAM | — |
| Graphics (minimum) | OpenGL 2.0 compatible with 512 MB VRAM (NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260 series / ATI Radeon HD 4870 series) | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 2 GB available space | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Pandora: First Contact or Star Hammer: The Vanguard Prophecy?
Pandora: First Contact won the comparison against Star Hammer: The Vanguard Prophecy 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 Pandora: First Contact worth buying over Star Hammer: The Vanguard Prophecy?
Based on the metrics, Pandora: First Contact 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. Pandora: First Contact currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 04:33 PM UTC