Bus Simulator 16 vs Car Mechanic Simulator 2018
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Car Mechanic Simulator 2018 wins 10 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Bus Simulator 16 is $0.28 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Bus Simulator 16 | Car Mechanic Simulator 2018 |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Wait for Sale × Worth It | 53 | 69 |
| Quality | 57 | 74 |
| Value | 69 | 81 |
| Popularity | 27 | 38 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $1.58 | $1.86 |
| Steam Review Score | 67.2% positive | 91.4% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 6 | 486 |
Where to buy
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Side by side over time
Bus Simulator 16Car Mechanic Simulator 2018
Details and requirements
| Item | Bus Simulator 16 | Car Mechanic Simulator 2018 |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | March 2, 2016 | July 28, 2017 |
| Developers | stillalive studios | Red Dot Games |
| Publishers | astragon Entertainment | PlayWay S.A. |
| Platforms | Windows, MacOs | Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 7/8/10 64 bit | Windows(64-bit) 7 or Newer |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5 with 3.40 GHz / AMD FX-8320E with 3.2 GHz or comparable processor | Intel Core i5 3.4 GHz |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | GeForce GTX 660 (2 GB VRAM) or comparable graphics card | NVidia GeForce GTX 970 4GB |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 9.0 | Version 11 |
| Storage (minimum) | 5 GB available space | 20 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Bus Simulator 16 or Car Mechanic Simulator 2018?
Car Mechanic Simulator 2018 won the comparison against Bus Simulator 16 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 Bus Simulator 16 worth buying over Car Mechanic Simulator 2018?
Based on the metrics, Car Mechanic Simulator 2018 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. Car Mechanic Simulator 2018 currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 01:54 PM UTC