SOMA vs Stray
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Stray wins 8 of 13 head-to-head metrics. SOMA is $5.40 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | SOMA | Stray |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Worth It | 81 | 74 |
| Quality | 92 | 92 |
| Value | 93 | 69 |
| Popularity | 38 | 42 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $5.99 | $11.39 |
| Steam Review Score | 95.8% positive | 97.2% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 126 | 540 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | SOMA | Stray |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | September 21, 2015 | July 19, 2022 |
| Developers | Frictional Games | BlueTwelve Studio |
| Publishers | Frictional Games | Annapurna Interactive |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | 64-bit Windows 7 | Windows 10 |
| Processor (minimum) | Core i5 / AMD FX 2.4Ghz | Intel Core i5-8400 | AMD Ryzen 5 2600 |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 480 / AMD Radeon HD 5970. OpenGL 3.3 | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 780, 3 GB | AMD Radeon R9 290X, 4 GB |
| Storage (minimum) | 25 GB available space | 10 GB available space |
| Additional Notes (minimum) | Integrated Intel graphics are not supported. They should work (Intel HD 4000-series or better), but with issues. | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: SOMA or Stray?
Stray won the comparison against SOMA 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 SOMA worth buying over Stray?
Based on the metrics, Stray 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. SOMA currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 01:30 PM UTC