Subnautica, Valheim or Terraria: which survival game suits you?
Three survival classics side by side: who you play with, how scary it gets and how long each one lasts.
| Feature |  Subnautica |  Valheim |  Terraria |
|---|---|---|---|
| Genre | Underwater survival | Viking survival | 2D sandbox adventure |
| Players | 1 | 1 to 10 (online) | 1 to 8 (online), up to 4 on one screen on consoles |
| Platforms | PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch | PC, Xbox Series X|S | PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch, mobile |
| Setting | An alien ocean, mostly underwater | A Norse afterlife of forests, mountains and sea | A side-on world of caves, jungles and skies |
| Play with friends | No | Yes | Yes |
| Two on one screen | No | No | Yes |
| Building | Underwater bases and vehicles | Timber halls and longships | Houses, towns and anything you like |
| How tense it gets | Quite tense in the deep | Moderate, mostly in boss fights | Mild, with an adjustable mode |
| Length | about 30 to 40 hrs | about 60 hrs or more | about 50 to 100 hrs |
| Our verdict | Best solo | Best for groups | Great value |
| Where to buy | Humble StoreFanaticalGamesplanet | Humble StoreGamesplanet | GOGHumble Store |
Our verdict
- Gamebrief verdict: Best solo
Playing alone and in the mood for wonder with a hint of fear: Subnautica.
See the fact file - Gamebrief verdict: Best for groups
A group of friends looking for a long shared adventure: Valheim.
See the fact file - Gamebrief verdict: Great value
The most content for your money, alone or together: Terraria.
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