Spacebase DF-9 vs Surviving Mars
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Surviving Mars wins 11 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Spacebase DF-9 is $5.55 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Spacebase DF-9 | Surviving Mars |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Wait for Sale × Maybe | 47 | 66 |
| Quality | 25 | 77 |
| Value | 84 | 73 |
| Popularity | 29 | 34 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $0.26 | $5.81 |
| Steam Review Score | 17.5% positive | 78.6% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 1 | 208 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Spacebase DF-9 | Surviving Mars |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | October 27, 2014 | March 15, 2018 |
| Developers | Double Fine Productions | Haemimont Games, Abstraction |
| Publishers | Xbox Game Studios, Double Fine Productions | Paradox Interactive |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 7 | — |
| Processor (minimum) | Core 2 Duo or Higher | — |
| Memory (minimum) | 2 GB RAM | — |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVidia GeForce 9800 GTX+ or higher | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 200 MB available space | — |
| Sound Card (minimum) | DirectX Compatible Sound Card | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Spacebase DF-9 or Surviving Mars?
Surviving Mars won the comparison against Spacebase DF-9 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 Spacebase DF-9 worth buying over Surviving Mars?
Based on the metrics, Surviving Mars 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. Spacebase DF-9 currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 04:45 PM UTC