StarMade vs Stonehearth
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Stonehearth wins 7 of 13 head-to-head metrics. StarMade is R$19.74 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | StarMade | Stonehearth |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Wait for Sale × Maybe | 42 | 64 |
| Quality | 57 | 64 |
| Value | 36 | 40 |
| Popularity | 27 | 33 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 18.25 | N/A |
| Steam Review Score | 66.2% positive | 76.4% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 7 | 62 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | StarMade | Stonehearth |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | December 4, 2014 | July 25, 2018 |
| Developers | Schine GmbH | Radiant Entertainment |
| Publishers | Schine GmbH | (none) |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 7/8/10 - 64 bit | Windows 10 |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i7-2600 @ 3.4 GHz | AMD FX-8320 Eight-Core @ 3.5 GHz or equivalent | Intel or AMD Quad-Core, 2.8 GHz+ |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | Nvidia GeForce GTX 560, 650 Ti, 750 | AMD Radeon HD 5850, 6870, 7790 (or equivalent) | nVidia GeForce 780 or better, AMD Radeon RX 580 or better |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | Broadband Internet connection |
| Storage (minimum) | 3 GB available space | 5 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: StarMade or Stonehearth?
Stonehearth won the comparison against StarMade 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 StarMade worth buying over Stonehearth?
Based on the metrics, Stonehearth 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. Stonehearth currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 05:11 PM UTC