BeamNG.drive vs Dude Simulator 5
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
BeamNG.drive wins 10 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Dude Simulator 5 is $19.60 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | BeamNG.drive | Dude Simulator 5 |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Wait for Sale | 68 | 41 |
| Quality | 78 | 47 |
| Value | 58 | 37 |
| Popularity | 52 | 34 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $24.59 | $4.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 97.2% positive | 58.2% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 17.8K | 0 |
Where to buy
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Dude Simulator 5
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | BeamNG.drive | Dude Simulator 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | May 29, 2015 | March 10, 2023 |
| Developers | BeamNG | Kiddy |
| Publishers | BeamNG | Kiddy |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 64 Bit | — |
| Processor (minimum) | AMD Ryzen 7 3700X / Intel Core i7 9700 | — |
| Memory (minimum) | 32 GB RAM | — |
| Graphics (minimum) | Minimum 8GB VRAM (AMD RX 6700 / Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060) | — |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 60 GB available space | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: BeamNG.drive or Dude Simulator 5?
BeamNG.drive won the comparison against Dude Simulator 5 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 BeamNG.drive worth buying over Dude Simulator 5?
Based on the metrics, BeamNG.drive 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. BeamNG.drive currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 03:14 PM UTC