SpaceEngine vs Spaceflight Simulator
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
SpaceEngine wins 6 of 11 head-to-head metrics. Spaceflight Simulator is $15.00 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | SpaceEngine | Spaceflight Simulator |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 58 | 57 |
| Quality | 77 | 78 |
| Value | 47 | 44 |
| Popularity | 34 | 32 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $29.99 | $14.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 96.2% positive | 96.8% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 180 | 127 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
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Details and requirements
| Item | SpaceEngine | Spaceflight Simulator |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | June 11, 2019 | February 17, 2022 |
| Developers | Cosmographic Software | Team Curiosity ✦ |
| Publishers | Cosmographic Software | Team Curiosity ✦ |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 | Windows 7 or Newer |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5-4430 or AMD FX-8350 | 2.5+ GHz Quad core |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | 4 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | GeForce GTX 1060 (5/6 GB) or Radeon RX 480 (8 GB) | NVIDIA GTX 660 or Better, ATI 7950 or Better |
| Storage (minimum) | 50 GB available space | 1 GB available space |
| Additional Notes (minimum) | Screen resolution of at least 1920x1080 recommended for all user interface elements to fit comfortably. Graphics card should have at least 5 GB of VRAM. | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: SpaceEngine or Spaceflight Simulator?
SpaceEngine won the comparison against Spaceflight Simulator 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 SpaceEngine worth buying over Spaceflight Simulator?
Based on the metrics, SpaceEngine 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. SpaceEngine currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 02:23 PM UTC