Stellar Settlers: Space Base Builder vs Timberborn
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Timberborn wins 11 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Stellar Settlers: Space Base Builder is $14.99 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Stellar Settlers: Space Base Builder | Timberborn |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Worth It | 61 | 79 |
| Quality | 58 | 92 |
| Value | 76 | 87 |
| Popularity | 46 | 39 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $4.37 | $19.36 |
| Steam Review Score | 69.5% positive | 96% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 0 | 4.6K |
Where to buy
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Details and requirements
| Item | Stellar Settlers: Space Base Builder | Timberborn |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | February 22, 2025 | March 12, 2026 |
| Developers | Tinymice Entertainment | Mechanistry |
| Publishers | Gamersky Games, Rogue Duck Interactive | Mechanistry |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 | Windows 11 or newer |
| Processor (minimum) | Core i5 or equivalent | 4-core 2.9 GHz or better |
| Memory (minimum) | 4 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | DirectX 11 and/or OpenGL 3.3 compatible video card | GeForce RTX 2070, Radeon RX 5700 or similar |
| Storage (minimum) | 2 GB available space | 5 GB available space |
| Additional Notes (minimum) | 64 Bit Only | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Stellar Settlers: Space Base Builder or Timberborn?
Timberborn won the comparison against Stellar Settlers: Space Base Builder 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 Stellar Settlers: Space Base Builder worth buying over Timberborn?
Based on the metrics, Timberborn 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. Timberborn currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 12:10 PM UTC