Bus Simulator 16 vs Euro Truck Simulator
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Bus Simulator 16 wins 8 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Bus Simulator 16 is R$7.48 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Bus Simulator 16 | Euro Truck Simulator |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Wait for Sale × Maybe | 53 | 57 |
| Quality | 57 | 69 |
| Value | 68 | 50 |
| Popularity | 27 | 31 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 6.59 | R$ 14.07 |
| Steam Review Score | 67.2% positive | 84.1% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 6 | 15 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
Bus Simulator 16Euro Truck Simulator
Details and requirements
| Item | Bus Simulator 16 | Euro Truck Simulator |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | March 2, 2016 | March 8, 2013 |
| Developers | stillalive studios | SCS Software |
| Publishers | astragon Entertainment | SCS Software |
| Platforms | Windows, MacOs | Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 7/8/10 64 bit | — |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5 with 3.40 GHz / AMD FX-8320E with 3.2 GHz or comparable processor | — |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | — |
| Graphics (minimum) | GeForce GTX 660 (2 GB VRAM) or comparable graphics card | — |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 9.0 | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 5 GB available space | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Bus Simulator 16 or Euro Truck Simulator?
Bus Simulator 16 won the comparison against Euro Truck 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 Bus Simulator 16 worth buying over Euro Truck Simulator?
Based on the metrics, Bus Simulator 16 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. Bus Simulator 16 currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 12:52 PM UTC