Rem Survival vs Subsistence
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Subsistence wins 10 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Subsistence is $7.60 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Rem Survival | Subsistence |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Wait for Sale × Maybe | 52 | 66 |
| Quality | 62 | 61 |
| Value | 46 | 85 |
| Popularity | 46 | 33 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $15.99 | $8.39 |
| Steam Review Score | 75.5% positive | 72.4% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 0 | 578 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
Rem SurvivalSubsistence
Details and requirements
| Item | Rem Survival | Subsistence |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | March 5, 2021 | October 25, 2016 |
| Developers | Immortal Hand Studios | ColdGames |
| Publishers | Immortal Hand Studios | ColdGames |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows® 11 | Windows 7+ |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel i5-8600K / AMD Ryzen 5 3600X or AMD or equivalent | Quad Core |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 2060 6GB / AMD RX Vega 56 8GB or equivalent | Nvidia GTX 760+ or Radeon HD 6950 |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 12 | Version 9.0 |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Rem Survival or Subsistence?
Subsistence won the comparison against Rem Survival 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 Rem Survival worth buying over Subsistence?
Based on the metrics, Subsistence 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. Subsistence currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
Related comparisons
Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 04:45 PM UTC