Side by side on what we actually measure: scores and review counts from Steam, price against the lowest we've ever recorded, and peak concurrent players from our own hourly sampling.
You’ve inherited your grandfather’s old farm plot in Stardew Valley. Armed with hand-me-down tools, you set out to begin your new life. Can you learn to live off the land and turn these overgrown fields into a thriving home? Ever since Joja Corporation came to town, the old ways of life have all but disappeared. The community center, once the town’s most vibrant hub of activity, now lies in shambles. With a little dedication, you might just be the one to restore Stardew Valley to greatness!
Starfield is the first new universe in 25 years from Bethesda Game Studios, the award-winning creators of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim and Fallout 4. In this next generation role-playing game set amongst the stars, create any character you want and explore with unparalleled freedom as you embark on an epic journey to answer humanity’s greatest mystery.
| Stardew Valley | Starfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Metacritic | 89/100 | — |
| Steam reviews | 887,909 | 114,873 |
| Price now | $14.99 | $49.99 |
| Historic low | $14.99 — that's now | $49.99 — that's now |
| Peak players | 106,538 | 7,154 |
| Playing now | 51,524 | 2,578 |
| Released | 2016 | 2023 |
| Platforms | Android, PC, PS4, Series X|S, Switch, Switch 2, Xbox One, iOS | PC, Series X|S |
| Genres | Role playing | Role playing |
| Developer | ConcernedApe | Bethesda Game Studios |
| Publisher | ConcernedApe | Bethesda Softworks |
| Languages | 12 | 8 |
| DLC | 1 | 5 |
| Steam Deck | Verified | Unsupported |
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