Car Mechanic Simulator 2021 vs Dakar 18
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Car Mechanic Simulator 2021 wins 9 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Dakar 18 is R$9.27 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Car Mechanic Simulator 2021 | Dakar 18 |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 69 | 59 |
| Quality | 77 | 62 |
| Value | 64 | 81 |
| Popularity | 37 | 24 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 26.46 | R$ 17.19 |
| Steam Review Score | 95.8% positive | 69.9% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 992 | 2 |
Where to buy
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Details and requirements
| Item | Car Mechanic Simulator 2021 | Dakar 18 |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | August 11, 2021 | September 25, 2018 |
| Developers | Red Dot Games | Bigmoon Entertainment |
| Publishers | PlayWay S.A. | Ravenscourt, Bigmoon Entertainment |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows(64-bit) 8.1 / 10 | Windows 10 (64-bit) |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5 6600K / AMD Ryzen 7 1700X | Intel Core i5-4690k @ 3.5 GHz or AMD Ryzen 5 1600 @ 3.2 GHz or equivalent |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVidia GeForce GTX 1070 8GB | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 (6GB) or better |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 35 GB available space | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Car Mechanic Simulator 2021 or Dakar 18?
Car Mechanic Simulator 2021 won the comparison against Dakar 18 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 Car Mechanic Simulator 2021 worth buying over Dakar 18?
Based on the metrics, Car Mechanic Simulator 2021 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. Dakar 18 currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 01:54 PM UTC