Bang-On Balls: Chronicles vs Dumb Ways to Build
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Bang-On Balls: Chronicles wins 10 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Bang-On Balls: Chronicles is R$7.97 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Bang-On Balls: Chronicles | Dumb Ways to Build |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 64 | 55 |
| Quality | 93 | 70 |
| Value | 62 | 70 |
| Popularity | 29 | 22 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 9.47 | R$ 17.44 |
| Steam Review Score | 96% positive | 88.3% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 12 | 276 |
Where to buy
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Details and requirements
| Item | Bang-On Balls: Chronicles | Dumb Ways to Build |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | October 5, 2023 | September 10, 2026 |
| Developers | Exit Plan Games | Dumb Ways to Die |
| Publishers | Untold Tales, CouchPlay Interactive | Dumb Ways to Die |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 | Win 10 (64-bit) |
| Processor (minimum) | AMD Ryzen™ 5 2600X / Intel® Core™ i5-8400 | 6-Core / 12-Thread (Intel i5-12400, Ryzen 5 5600X) |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1060 3GB / AMD Radeon™ RX 580 | RTX 3060 (12GB) / RX 6700 XT |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 12 | Version 11 |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | Broadband Internet connection |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Bang-On Balls: Chronicles or Dumb Ways to Build?
Bang-On Balls: Chronicles won the comparison against Dumb Ways to Build 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 Bang-On Balls: Chronicles worth buying over Dumb Ways to Build?
Based on the metrics, Bang-On Balls: Chronicles 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. Dumb Ways to Build currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 05:37 PM UTC