Squad vs Squad 44
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Squad wins 8 of 13 head-to-head metrics. Squad 44 is $11.02 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Squad | Squad 44 |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Worth It | 68 | 70 |
| Quality | 68 | 65 |
| Value | 75 | 92 |
| Popularity | 45 | 35 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $14.69 | $3.67 |
| Steam Review Score | 82.5% positive | 78.3% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 7.5K | 135 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Squad | Squad 44 |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | September 23, 2020 | August 9, 2018 |
| Developers | Offworld | Offworld |
| Publishers | Offworld | Offworld |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 11 | Windows 10 (x64) |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5-12400, AMD Ryzen 5600 | Intel i5 11th gen or AMD Ryzen 5 7600 |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 32 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060, AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT | Nvidia GTX 3070 or Radeon 6800 with at least 8GB of VRAM |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 12 | Version 12 |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | Broadband Internet connection |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Squad or Squad 44?
Squad won the comparison against Squad 44 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 Squad worth buying over Squad 44?
Based on the metrics, 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. Squad 44 currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 01:49 PM UTC