Raft vs The Front
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Raft wins 8 of 14 head-to-head metrics. The Front is R$14.52 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Raft | The Front |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Wait for Sale | 62 | 49 |
| Quality | 75 | 57 |
| Value | 40 | 46 |
| Popularity | 47 | 32 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 67.99 | R$ 53.47 |
| Steam Review Score | 93.1% positive | 66.5% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 6.9K | 52 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Raft | The Front |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | June 20, 2022 | October 30, 2025 |
| Developers | Redbeet Interactive | Samar Studio |
| Publishers | Axolot Games | Samar Studio |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 7 or later | Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5-6600 3.3GHz or similar | Intel i7-9700 |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | 32 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | GeForce GTX 1050 series or similar | NVIDIA RTX 3060ti |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | Version 12 |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | Broadband Internet connection |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Raft or The Front?
Raft won the comparison against The Front 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 Raft worth buying over The Front?
Based on the metrics, Raft 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 Front currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 01:35 PM UTC