Red Matter 2 vs Starcom: Unknown Space
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Red Matter 2 wins 9 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Red Matter 2 is $7.00 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Red Matter 2 | Starcom: Unknown Space |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Wait for Sale | 64 | 52 |
| Quality | 89 | 74 |
| Value | 69 | 45 |
| Popularity | 23 | 30 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $17.99 | $24.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 92.6% positive | 92.3% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 2 | 51 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Starcom: Unknown Space
Side by side over time
Red Matter 2Starcom: Unknown Space
Details and requirements
| Item | Red Matter 2 | Starcom: Unknown Space |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | August 18, 2022 | September 2, 2024 |
| Developers | Vertical Robot | Wx3 Labs, LLC |
| Publishers | Vertical Robot | Wx3 Labs, LLC |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 | — |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel i5-4590 / AMD Ryzen 5 1500X or greater | — |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA GTX 1080 or equivalent | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 or better |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 12 | Version 11 |
| Storage (minimum) | 8 GB available space | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Red Matter 2 or Starcom: Unknown Space?
Red Matter 2 won the comparison against Starcom: Unknown Space 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 Red Matter 2 worth buying over Starcom: Unknown Space?
Based on the metrics, Red Matter 2 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. Red Matter 2 currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 12:27 PM UTC