Subsistence vs TerraTech
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
TerraTech wins 11 of 14 head-to-head metrics. TerraTech is $6.32 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Subsistence | TerraTech |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Worth It | 66 | 71 |
| Quality | 61 | 75 |
| Value | 85 | 84 |
| Popularity | 33 | 35 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $8.39 | $2.07 |
| Steam Review Score | 72.4% positive | 92.5% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 578 | 262 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Subsistence | TerraTech |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | October 25, 2016 | August 10, 2018 |
| Developers | ColdGames | Payload Studios |
| Publishers | ColdGames | Mythwright |
| Platforms | Windows | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 7+ | Windows 7 64-bit or newer |
| Processor (minimum) | Quad Core | Intel Core i5 750 @ 2.67GHz or AMD Phenom II X4 945 |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | 6 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | Nvidia GTX 760+ or Radeon HD 6950 | nVidia GeForce GTX 260 or ATI Radeon HD 5670 |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 9.0 | Version 11 |
| Storage (minimum) | 1500 MB available space | 2 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Subsistence or TerraTech?
TerraTech won the comparison against Subsistence 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 Subsistence worth buying over TerraTech?
Based on the metrics, TerraTech 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. Subsistence currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 03:17 PM UTC