Bum Simulator vs Vacation Simulator
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Bum Simulator wins 12 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Bum Simulator is $15.68 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Bum Simulator | Vacation Simulator |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Maybe | 69 | 59 |
| Quality | 72 | 86 |
| Value | 96 | 57 |
| Popularity | 30 | 24 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $3.99 | $19.67 |
| Steam Review Score | 88.5% positive | 92.6% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 94 | 4 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
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Details and requirements
| Item | Bum Simulator | Vacation Simulator |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | May 12, 2023 | April 9, 2019 |
| Developers | Ragged Games | Owlchemy Labs |
| Publishers | PlayWay S.A., Ragged Games | Owlchemy Labs |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows (64-bit) 10 | Windows 10 |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5-6500 @ 3,2 GHz (4 CPUs) | Intel Core i7-4770 equivalent or better |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVidia GeForce GTX 1060 4GB | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060, AMD Radeon RX 480 equivalent or better |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 20 GB available space | 4 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Bum Simulator or Vacation Simulator?
Bum Simulator won the comparison against Vacation 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 Bum Simulator worth buying over Vacation Simulator?
Based on the metrics, Bum 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. Bum Simulator currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 02:02 PM UTC