BBQ Simulator: The Squad vs Surgeon Simulator 2
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
BBQ Simulator: The Squad wins 7 of 14 head-to-head metrics. BBQ Simulator: The Squad is $16.93 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | BBQ Simulator: The Squad | Surgeon Simulator 2 |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Wait for Sale | 72 | 40 |
| Quality | 66 | 42 |
| Value | 97 | 46 |
| Popularity | 47 | 27 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $0.57 | $17.50 |
| Steam Review Score | 80.8% positive | 43.9% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 0 | 3 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
BBQ Simulator: The Squad
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | BBQ Simulator: The Squad | Surgeon Simulator 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | May 25, 2022 | September 2, 2021 |
| Developers | CubeCube Sports Ltd. | Bossa Studios |
| Publishers | CubeCube Sports Ltd. | Atari, Infogrames |
| Platforms | Windows, MacOs | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 64-Bit | Windows 10 64 Bit |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i7-3820 with 3,6 GHz or AMD FX-8350 with 4,0 GHz or higher | Intel Core i5 - 4670 |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | GeForce GTX 1050 (4 GB VRAM) or AMD Radeon RX 570 (4 GB VRAM) or higher | GTX 770 |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | Version 11 |
| Storage (minimum) | 2 GB available space | 10 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: BBQ Simulator: The Squad or Surgeon Simulator 2?
BBQ Simulator: The Squad won the comparison against Surgeon Simulator 2 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 BBQ Simulator: The Squad worth buying over Surgeon Simulator 2?
Based on the metrics, BBQ Simulator: The Squad 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. BBQ Simulator: The Squad currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 01:52 PM UTC