Stardew Valley vs Terraria
The comparison
Stardew Valley and Terraria are measured by different sources, so there is no single winner. Each is shown in its own units. Reviewers most praise Stardew Valley for relaxing and cozy atmosphere, and Terraria for excellent mod support.
As of Aug 10, 2026, Stardew Valley is rated 98% positive on Steam (1,030,394 reviews), and 89/100 on Metacritic (32 critic reviews); Terraria is rated 97% positive on Steam (1,543,739 reviews), and 81/100 on Metacritic (39 critic reviews). No source is blended; each stands on its own.
Stardew Valley
98% positiveSteam
1,030,394reviews
89/100Metacritic
32critic reviews
Praise
- relaxing and cozy atmosphere (5)
- time-consuming gameplay (4)
- diverse activities and content (4)
- memorable characters (4)
Complaints
- slow pacing and waiting (1)
- progression locked by timing (1)
- frustrating combat mechanics (1)
- repetitive gameplay elements (1)
Terraria
97% positiveSteam
1,543,739reviews
81/100Metacritic
39critic reviews
Praise
- excellent mod support (6)
- high replayability (5)
- addictive gameplay loop (4)
- strong progression system (4)
Complaints
- punishing early game (2)
- frustrating enemy encounters (2)
- heavy rng mechanics (2)
- steep learning curve (2)