Shard Squad vs Thalia
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Shard Squad wins 11 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Shard Squad is $1.02 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Shard Squad | Thalia |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Wait for Sale | 60 | 52 |
| Quality | 66 | 49 |
| Value | 80 | 90 |
| Popularity | 22 | 0 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $3.59 | $4.61 |
| Steam Review Score | 82.7% positive | N/A |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 7 | 0 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Shard Squad | Thalia |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | November 10, 2025 | October 15, 2026 |
| Developers | The Root Studios | Dream Stories |
| Publishers | Nuntius Games, Vsoo Games | Dream Stories |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| Processor (minimum) | x64 architecture with SSE2 instruction set support | Intel Core i5-2300 or AMD FX-4350 |
| OS (minimum) | — | Windows 10 or Superior |
| Memory (minimum) | — | 4096 MB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | — | NVIDIA® GeForce® 240 GT or ATI™ Radeon™ HD 4850 |
| Storage (minimum) | — | 4000 MB available space |
| Sound Card (minimum) | — | Any |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Shard Squad or Thalia?
Shard Squad won the comparison against Thalia 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 Shard Squad worth buying over Thalia?
Based on the metrics, Shard Squad 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. Thalia currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 03:15 PM UTC