Space industrial empire vs The Last Starship
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Space industrial empire wins 8 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Space industrial empire is $18.04 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Space industrial empire | The Last Starship |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Wait for Sale | 59 | 47 |
| Quality | 69 | 62 |
| Value | 75 | 46 |
| Popularity | 24 | 26 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $1.95 | $19.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 85.6% positive | 75.2% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 38 | 59 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Space industrial empire
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Details and requirements
| Item | Space industrial empire | The Last Starship |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | May 24, 2024 | February 3, 2026 |
| Developers | 游戏养家工作室 | Introversion Software |
| Publishers | 游戏养家工作室 | Introversion Software |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows, MacOs |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Space industrial empire or The Last Starship?
Space industrial empire won the comparison against The Last Starship 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 Space industrial empire worth buying over The Last Starship?
Based on the metrics, Space industrial empire 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. Space industrial empire currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 03:51 PM UTC