StarVaders (AppID: 2097570)

Type: game Genre: Adventure, Indie, Strategy Developer: Pengonauts Publisher: Joystick Ventures, Playworks Release Date: Apr 2025 Metacritic: 85/100
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StarVaders - Steam Analytics & Details

StarVaders has 62 current players. Currently priced at $0.25, it represents yellow value compared to similar Adventure games.

Total Players
62
Price
$0.25
Genre
Adventure
Developer
Pengonauts

Media Gallery

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Real-Time Players

62
(24h)

Estimated Owners

50,000 .. 100,000
Estimate via SteamSpy

Game Insights

Buy Verdict

Watch — $24.99.

Decent deal at 0% off, but might drop further. Watch for better opportunities.

~20 days until next sale

Community Sentiment

Very Positive — score 96/100.

Top praised area: gameplay (0 positive mentions).

Stable

Value Score

Fair Value — 100th percentile.

Price-to-player ratio ranks in the 100th percentile. Priced as Premium at $24.99.

Premium pricing tier

Frequently Asked Questions

Is StarVaders worth buying right now?
Watch — $24.99. Decent deal at 0% off, but might drop further. Watch for better opportunities.
When does StarVaders go on sale?
Decent deal at 0% off, but might drop further. Watch for better opportunities.
What do players think of StarVaders?
Very Positive — score 96/100. Top praised area: gameplay (0 positive mentions).

Genre Benchmarks

Value Ratio Top 0%

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Price History

Lowest Price
$0.25
May 2026 across all regions
Current Price
$0.25
US region
Price history across regions (last 30 days)

System Requirements

Platform Support
Windows macOS
Windows Requirements
Minimum:
Minimum:
  • OS *: Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8/8.1, 10, 11
  • Processor: 2.0 Ghz
  • Memory: 4 GB RAM
  • Graphics: 4GB Video Memory
  • Storage: 3 GB available space
macOS Requirements
Minimum:
Minimum:
  • OS: OSX 10.14+
  • Processor: 2.0 Ghz
  • Memory: 4 GB RAM
  • Storage: 3 GB available space
Controller Support
full
Pricing
Paid Game
CDN$ 32.50 (CAD)

Additional Information

Categories
Single-player Steam Achievements Full controller support Camera Comfort Color Alternatives Custom Volume Controls Adjustable Difficulty Keyboard Only Option Mouse Only Option Playable without Timed Input Save Anytime Steam Cloud Family Sharing
Tags
2D Anime Card Battler Card Game Colorful Deckbuilding Indie Mechs Retro Roguelike +10 more
Supported Languages
English, French, German, Spanish - Spain, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese - Brazil, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Turkish
Official Website
https://star-vaders.com/

Player-to-Price Ratio

2.48
7-day avg players per $1 spent

Current Pricing

💰
CDN$ 32.50
Regular Price
Historical low: $0.25 (May 2026)

Additional Information

🏆 Achievements
86
total achievements
Featured:
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👍 Recommendations
2.8K
positive reviews
🇩🇪 USK Rating
0
German rating
🇧🇷 DEJUS Rating
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Brazilian rating
🇩🇪 Steam Germany
6
German classification
📦 DLC Available
2
downloadable content
🆘 Support
🎁 Purchase Options
1
package options

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About This Game

Pilot a powerful mech to fight off the alien invasion in this ULTIMATE fusion of deckbuilding and grid-based tactics. Discover game-breaking combos, rewind time to alter your fate, and protect the future of humanity in this endlessly replayable roguelike.

Detailed Description

Feature List

  • Craft the ultimate deck from the 400+ unique cards and artifacts available!

  • Choose from 3 powerful mechs, each with completely distinct playstyles and mechanics

  • Master 10 diverse pilots, each adding new cards, mechanics, and a personal backstory!

  • Use Chrono Tokens to rewind time, undo mistakes, or land that perfect combo

  • Battle through the multi-part story campaign and uncover a secret finale!

  • Endless replayability with ascending difficulties, daily runs, and challenge modes

  • Designed for clarity and intuition—no long tutorials, no wiki required, just pure tactical deckbuilding


About the Game

The alien invasion has shattered Earth’s defenses. Pilot, the fate of humanity now rests in your hands. Take the helm of a powerful mech and fight off the invasion—one card at a time.

StarVaders combines tactical grid-based combat with deckbuilding strategy, placing you in command of a formidable mech during humanity’s last stand against the invaders. Build up a deck of powerful cards, unleash devastating combos, and defend the Earth at all costs!

Pilot Your Mech Into Battle!

Every mech in StarVaders has its own squad of pilots. Each mech introduces unique cards and mechanics, while your pilot further enhances your strategy with their distinct, powerful abilities.

Take command of the Gunner Mech to unleash an endless flurry of bullets and explosions, get up close and personal with the ninja-like Stinger Mech, or unleash the powerful spells and summons of the Keeper Mech!

Discover Game-Breaking Combos!

Unleash game-breaking combos, outsmart the invaders, and push your build to the limit against ever-escalating threats. With hundreds of cards, artifacts, and upgrades, no two runs are ever the same.

Missed a perfect combo or found yourself cornered by the invaders? Use a Chrono Token to rewind time and rewrite your fate.

Endless Replayability

After each run, unlock powerful new cards, pilots, and deadlier enemies and bosses that raise the stakes in future battles. There’s an endless supply of builds and combos to discover every time you play.

Ready to push your limits? Take on the various Challenge Modes or dive into the Daily Run to really prove what you’re made of!

About the Game

The alien invasion has shattered Earth’s defenses. Pilot, the fate of humanity now rests in your hands. Take the helm of a powerful mech and fight off the invasion—one card at a time.

StarVaders combines tactical grid-based combat with deckbuilding strategy, placing you in command of a formidable mech during humanity’s last stand against the invaders. Build up a deck of powerful cards, unleash devastating combos, and defend the Earth at all costs!

Pilot Your Mech Into Battle!

Every mech in StarVaders has its own squad of pilots. Each mech introduces unique cards and mechanics, while your pilot further enhances your strategy with their distinct, powerful abilities.

Take command of the Gunner Mech to unleash an endless flurry of bullets and explosions, get up close and personal with the ninja-like Stinger Mech, or unleash the powerful spells and summons of the Keeper Mech!

Discover Game-Breaking Combos!

Unleash game-breaking combos, outsmart the invaders, and push your build to the limit against ever-escalating threats. With hundreds of cards, artifacts, and upgrades, no two runs are ever the same.

Missed a perfect combo or found yourself cornered by the invaders? Use a Chrono Token to rewind time and rewrite your fate.

Endless Replayability

After each run, unlock powerful new cards, pilots, and deadlier enemies and bosses that raise the stakes in future battles. There’s an endless supply of builds and combos to discover every time you play.

Ready to push your limits? Take on the various Challenge Modes or dive into the Daily Run to really prove what you’re made of!

Frequently Asked Questions

How many players are currently playing StarVaders?
62 players are currently in-game on Steam.
Is StarVaders free to play?
StarVaders costs $0.25 on Steam.
What genre is StarVaders?
StarVaders is a Adventure, Indie, Strategy game.
Who developed StarVaders?
StarVaders was developed by Pengonauts and published by Joystick Ventures.
What platforms does StarVaders support?
Available on Steam for Windows, macOS.

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