Barista Simulator vs Mall Simulator
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Mall Simulator wins 9 of 13 head-to-head metrics. Barista Simulator is $6.77 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Barista Simulator | Mall Simulator |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 64 | 60 |
| Quality | 62 | 67 |
| Value | 97 | 76 |
| Popularity | 23 | 28 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $2.32 | $9.09 |
| Steam Review Score | 75.6% positive | 82.4% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 6 | 183 |
Where to buy
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Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Barista Simulator | Mall Simulator |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | May 20, 2023 | November 3, 2025 |
| Developers | CubeCube Sports Ltd. | F13 Games |
| Publishers | CubeCube Sports Ltd. | F13 Games |
| Platforms | Windows, MacOs | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 64-Bit | Windows (64-bit) 10 |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i7-3820 with 3,6 GHz or AMD FX-8350 with 4,0 GHz or higher | Intel Core i7-11700K or AMD Ryzen 7 5800X |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | GeForce GTX 1050 (4 GB VRAM) or AMD Radeon RX 570 (4 GB VRAM) or higher | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660S, 6 GB or AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT, 6 GB |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | Version 11 |
| Storage (minimum) | 5 GB available space | 3 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Barista Simulator or Mall Simulator?
Mall Simulator won the comparison against Barista Simulator 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 Barista Simulator worth buying over Mall Simulator?
Based on the metrics, Mall Simulator 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. Barista Simulator currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 01:31 PM UTC