Construction Simulator vs Train Sim World® 5
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Construction Simulator wins 10 of 13 head-to-head metrics. Construction Simulator is R$18.13 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Construction Simulator | Train Sim World® 5 |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 65 | 54 |
| Quality | 67 | 66 |
| Value | 70 | 41 |
| Popularity | 33 | 28 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 14.36 | R$ 32.33 |
| Steam Review Score | 81.6% positive | 80.6% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 1.8K | 77 |
Where to buy
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Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Construction Simulator | Train Sim World® 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | September 20, 2022 | September 17, 2024 |
| Developers | weltenbauer. Software Entwicklung GmbH | Dovetail Games |
| Publishers | astragon Entertainment | Dovetail Games - TSW |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 | 64-bit Windows 8.1, 10 or Windows 11 |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel i5-10400F or AMD Ryzen 5 2600 or comparable | Intel Core i5-9600K @ 3.7 GHz or AMD Ryzen 5 3600 @ 3.6 GHz |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660 (6GB) or AMD Radeon RX5700 (8GB) or comparable | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 6 GB or AMD Radeon RX 5700 with 8 GB VRAM or more |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | Version 10 |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | Broadband Internet connection |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Construction Simulator or Train Sim World® 5?
Construction Simulator won the comparison against Train Sim World® 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 Construction Simulator worth buying over Train Sim World® 5?
Based on the metrics, Construction 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. Construction Simulator currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 02:15 PM UTC