s&box vs Subsistence
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Subsistence wins 12 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Subsistence is R$10.80 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | s&box | Subsistence |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Wait for Sale × Maybe | 43 | 66 |
| Quality | 44 | 61 |
| Value | 50 | 85 |
| Popularity | 30 | 33 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 37.49 | R$ 26.69 |
| Steam Review Score | 45.9% positive | 72.4% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 414 | 578 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | s&box | Subsistence |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | April 28, 2026 | October 25, 2016 |
| Developers | Facepunch Studios | ColdGames |
| Publishers | Facepunch Studios | ColdGames |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 11 | Windows 7+ |
| Processor (minimum) | Core i7-10700F / Ryzen 7 5700 | Quad Core |
| Memory (minimum) | 32 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | RTX 2060 / AMD RX 6600XT - 8GB VRAM | Nvidia GTX 760+ or Radeon HD 6950 |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 50 GB available space | 1500 MB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: s&box or Subsistence?
Subsistence won the comparison against s&box 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 s&box 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.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 05:06 PM UTC