Automobilista 2 vs Dakar 18
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Automobilista 2 wins 7 of 13 head-to-head metrics. Dakar 18 is $8.70 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Automobilista 2 | Dakar 18 |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 61 | 59 |
| Quality | 74 | 62 |
| Value | 58 | 81 |
| Popularity | 33 | 24 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $11.99 | $3.29 |
| Steam Review Score | 91.5% positive | 69.9% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 1.0K | 2 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
Automobilista 2Dakar 18
Details and requirements
| Item | Automobilista 2 | Dakar 18 |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | June 30, 2020 | September 25, 2018 |
| Developers | Reiza Studios | Bigmoon Entertainment |
| Publishers | Reiza Studios | Ravenscourt, Bigmoon Entertainment |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 | Windows 10 (64-bit) |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i7 8700K / AMD Ryzen7 2700X | Intel Core i5-4690k @ 3.5 GHz or AMD Ryzen 5 1600 @ 3.2 GHz or equivalent |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVidia GTX 1080Ti or equivalent | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 (6GB) or better |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | — |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Automobilista 2 or Dakar 18?
Automobilista 2 won the comparison against Dakar 18 based on the head-to-head metric breakdown. Check the metrics table above for a full side-by-side analysis.
How is the comparison calculated?
The comparison winner is determined objectively by counting which game wins more individual metrics in the head-to-head table. No weighting is applied. The GameValio Recommendation shown separately is our own suggestion for each game, based on a weighted score that combines quality (reviews), popularity (player counts), and affordability (price vs value) into a score out of 100. These are two different things: the comparison is objective, the recommendation is GameValio's opinion.
Is Automobilista 2 worth buying over Dakar 18?
Based on the metrics, Automobilista 2 won the direct comparison. However, also check the GameValio Recommendation for each game and the price comparison table to make the most informed purchase decision.
Which game has better player reviews?
Review score trends and volume over time are shown in the charts section above. The game with consistently higher positive ratios has stronger community reception.
Which game offers better value for money?
The affordability score and price comparison table above highlight the best deals. Dakar 18 currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 02:38 PM UTC