Sunrider 4: The Captain's Return vs Sunrider: Liberation Day - Captain's Edition
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Sunrider: Liberation Day - Captain's Edition wins 8 of 12 head-to-head metrics. Sunrider: Liberation Day - Captain's Edition is R$6.02 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Sunrider 4: The Captain's Return | Sunrider: Liberation Day - Captain's Edition |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 66 | 67 |
| Quality | 69 | 68 |
| Value | 96 | 79 |
| Popularity | 20 | 45 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 16.38 | R$ 10.36 |
| Steam Review Score | 88.3% positive | 84.2% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 1 | 0 |
Where to buy
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Sunrider 4: The Captain's Return
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Details and requirements
| Item | Sunrider 4: The Captain's Return | Sunrider: Liberation Day - Captain's Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | February 8, 2023 | March 4, 2016 |
| Developers | Love in Space | Love in Space |
| Publishers | Sekai Project | Sekai Project |
| Platforms | Windows | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Sunrider 4: The Captain's Return or Sunrider: Liberation Day - Captain's Edition?
Sunrider: Liberation Day - Captain's Edition won the comparison against Sunrider 4: The Captain's Return 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 Sunrider 4: The Captain's Return worth buying over Sunrider: Liberation Day - Captain's Edition?
Based on the metrics, Sunrider: Liberation Day - Captain's Edition 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. Sunrider 4: The Captain's Return currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 04:29 PM UTC

