Which digital format of Starbound should I buy for PC? An Account or a Steam Key ?

The account format is cheaper but has a more complicated activation process compared to a simple key or code. It may also cause access issues in the future, which is why we only recommend it to users who are familiar with this format or have used it before. If you’re looking for a simpler and safer activation process and don’t mind paying a bit more, we recommend buying the Steam Key format.

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The cheapest price is 1.23€ (-92%) at Gameseal with a rating of 4.3 (16.3k reviews) · Version Steam Key · Region Global · We compare prices at 14 verified stores with 32 offers in stock · Updated on 05/08/2026 01h 36min. ago

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About Starbound

In Starbound, you create your own story - there’s no wrong way to play! You may choose to save the universe from the forces that destroyed your home, uncovering greater galactic mysteries in the process, or you may wish to forego a heroic journey entirely in favor of colonizing uncharted planets.

Settle down and farm the land, become an intergalactic landlord, hop from planet to planet collecting rare creatures, or delve into dangerous dungeons and lay claim to extraordinary treasures.

Discover ancient temples and modern metropolises, trees with eyes, and mischievous penguins. Make use of hundreds of materials and over two thousand objects to build a sleepy secluded cabin in the woods, a medieval castle, underwater arcade, or even a space station.

Starbound has been built from the ground up to be multiplayer and easily moddable. You have the tools to make the universe your own and modify the game to suit your play style - add new items, races, planet types, dungeons, and quests - the possibilities are limitless.

Choose from one of 7 playable races and customize your character
Save the universe in an epic story campaign featuring colorful characters, bosses, dungeons, and quests!
You're the captain of your very own starship! Decorate it, expand it, and use it to explore a procedurally generated universe
Colonize uncharted planets and collect gifts from your tenants - if they like you, they may even ask to join your ship crew!
Three game modes - Casual (no need to eat), Survival (eat to survive/drop items on death) and Hardcore (permadeath)
Craft thousands of objects - building materials, armor, weapons, furniture and more
Capture unique monsters to fight alongside you
All content is available in online drop-in/drop-out co-op
Built from the ground up to be easily moddable. You have the tools to make the universe however you'd like it

How much does Starbound for PC cost right now?

Starbound for PC starts at €1.23 at Gameseal, a Steam key, which is 92% under the €14.99 it costs on the official store.

That €1.23 already includes the SEAL17CDK coupon, so apply it at checkout or the store will show you a higher price.

The listing shows 32 offers from 14 stores, though only 31 can be bought at this moment — the price above comes from those.

That puts it 73% under its average of €4.59 since 2017, so today is a better entry point than most days of its life.

Steam Key

€1.23

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€1.32

with coupon ~~€1.50~~

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Is it worth buying the Steam Key for Starbound now or waiting?

That €1.23 key is at one of its best prices.

Those €1.23 are 77% below what it usually costs, measured on the store price.
12 stores sell the Steam Key at the same time, and with that much competition the price moves almost daily.
Not counting today, only 2 days out of the 2,530 days on record were this cheap or cheaper; the lowest it has ever cost is €1.39.

At this price it is worth buying the Steam Key now: what you stand to gain by waiting is a few euros, and it is not guaranteed.

Worked out from 3,256 daily records of the Steam Key for Starbound across 34 stores. See the full price history.

The price does not include each store's payment fees. The percentage is measured on the store price, without coupons, because that is how we record the history. The analysis only counts Key offers. Shared accounts, Steam Gift and physical editions stay out, because they are not the same product and their prices move differently.

Which Starbound format should you buy?

By format: Steam Key from €1.23 and Steam Gift from €1.32.

Can you activate Starbound in US?

17 of the 32 offers work on US — the Global ones plus the ones issued for your own region.

Is Starbound worth it?

Critics put it at 85 out of 100, though there are only 18 reviews published so far.

Why is there such an expensive Starbound offer?

One listing is worth ignoring: the Steam key that G2A has at €142.17 is more than 115 times the cheapest offer and is not what this game costs. The number to work from is €1.23 at Gameseal.

So, which Starbound deal should you buy?

Get it now: the cheapest key is at Gameseal for €1.23 and the game stays on your own account.

The lowest we have ever seen is €1.39, so waiting is unlikely to give you much more than you already have today.

Starbound lets you live out your own story of space exploration, discovery and adventure. Settle down and farm the land, hop from planet to planet claiming resources, or make regular visits to populated settlements, taking on jobs and earning a living. NPCs are scattered about the worlds, offering quests and challenges for those looking for a little extra excitement in their lives. You’ll encounter procedurally generated creatures and weapons, discover populated villages and abandoned temples. Explore planets dotted with dungeons, eyeball trees and treasure. Make use of over a hundred materials and over one thousand in-game objects to build a sprawling modern metropolis or a sleepy secluded cabin in the woods, and do all of it alone or with friends!

Most common FAQs when buying Starbound for PC in digital format:

It is a key that will allow you to download the game Starbound on your PC from official download platforms.

As of 05/08/2026, in United States, the best price we have found in our selection of online stores that include the key for Starbound on PC is €1.23.

The Steam Key format is what we always recommend due to its ease of use and higher security compared to any other format. You just need to redeem the key in your account to download Starbound to your game library. The account format requires more complicated steps and is more prone to errors during activation.

The only issue we’ve encountered in 13 years is receiving a duplicate key that doesn’t work. In that case, simply contact the store where you bought Starbound , and they will provide a new key. You can also contact us, and we’ll help you out.

Delivery times vary by store. For example, in the case of Instatgaming, Eneba, G2a, or Kinguin, delivery is usually instant or takes just a few minutes. These stores rarely delay game deliveries.

Other stores may take 30–40 minutes depending on game availability. On release days, delivery times may be slightly longer.

If you notice an unusually long delay, contact the store or us, and we’ll resolve it as quickly as possible.

At Gocdkeys, we only list the most well-known stores that have passed our quality checks. One of the most important factors is good customer support, and all listed stores offer it.

There have been occasions when those services were overwhelmed, which is why we also offer 24/7 customer support to help resolve any issues or questions.

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What do our users think of Starbound for PC Digital?

4.9/5 (19 Comments)

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joseph.cove

2020-10-09 00:47:16

Extremely addictive game, I've played this game once and I CANNOT stop playing this game, the universe is huuuuuge. You play as the guardian of the galaxy going around searching for infinity stones to fight off an evil being that has just destroyed Earth and killed most of yours friends. Theres just so much so explore in this game. The worlds are always different and interesting. And this game rewards you for exploring. And the best part is that this game is multiplayers so you can play with your friends. HIGHLY NOT RECOMMENDED IF YOU DON'T WANNA GET //ADDICTED//.

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mirceafkk200

2019-08-05 11:18:52

great big game,with lots of content,great fun and free updates,this game has it all,a huge world full of npc's,enemies,etc. tons and tons of things to do,i recommend it

2

akithefullxd12

2019-07-02 01:31:50

its grea for steam grand prix and its a fun game and can get you alot of levels during the steam summer sale so i want it and need it but dont got money

3

gmlai1125

2018-09-09 07:38:41

My favourite game! I have been playing it for 100+ hour, it have a great story line (just a little bit short) and more great feature, you can even be a landlord and let people pay you money! Highly recommended!

4

ericchung2001z

2018-05-15 17:05:54

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About of Starbound

Release date	07/03/2017
Users rating	4.9/5 (19 Comments)
Steam comments	Very Positive Very Positive (87353 Comments)
Categories	RPG
Tags Adventure Indie Multiplayer Online Co-Op Exploration Relaxing Open World Sandbox Action Open World Survival Craft

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Kinglink Reviews

It tries to be a little of everything and succeeds but it doesn’t really do anything that well, and because of that, it’s not a... Read more

DarkZero

100

Starbound is a game that, after a few hours of play, starts to seem like an instant classic you’ll be revisiting from time to time... Read more

GameSkinny

Explore the farthest reaches of space to discover new planets and fight unique creatures while trying to find the perfect place to call home. Read more

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GearNuke

The game has come a long way since it's days in Early Access, and while some may dismiss it as just another Terraria clone, Starbound... Read more

MonsterVine

Starbound is the kind of game you’d expect to be a cluttered mess, but all of the pieces work in tandem to create a dynamic... Read more

CGMagazine

In its feature-complete state, Starbound feels like a much tighter experience than it had in the past, and rather uniquely for the "Terraria, but…" genre,... Read more

Kill Screen

Starbound likes to subvert expectations at every turn. With another player in co-op, Starbound’s combat moves firmly in the direction of ridiculousness, especially as you’re... Read more

Metro GameCentral

Still a little unpolished in places, but with its huge variety of locations and gameplay elements this already stands toe-to-toe with both Terraria and Minecraft. Read more

Game Informer

If you’re a fan of games like Minecraft and Terraria, Starbound is not to be missed. It can keep you enchanted for hours, whether you’re... Read more

Kotaku

Starbound is full of whimsy, surprise, and strange little interactions. It’s a universe unto itself, just begging to be explored. Read more

IGN

Starbound excels as a crafting and exploration game, as a 2D platformer with varied and engaging combat, and as a Zelda-esque story RPG with a... Read more

Entertainment Geekly

Starbound on Xbox is a game of unfulfilled potential. The core experience is still engaging, with an expansive galaxy to explore, fun crafting mechanics, and... Read more

Games Freezer

Starbound is a game that comes highly recommended from us here at GF and, in summary is a far superior space exploration game to Starfield... Read more

Areajugones

Starbound is a must-buy for the PC players due to the huge amount of hours of entertainment that this game can give. A enormous universe,... Read more

Everyeye.it

Starbound is one of the very few games that gets both "open world" and "sandbox" done right. The amount of activities available is astounding and... Read more

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