Dakar 18 vs Dakar Desert Rally
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Dakar 18 wins 8 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Dakar 18 is R$2.79 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Dakar 18 | Dakar Desert Rally |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Wait for Sale | 59 | 49 |
| Quality | 62 | 50 |
| Value | 81 | 72 |
| Popularity | 24 | 26 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 17.19 | R$ 19.98 |
| Steam Review Score | 69.9% positive | 56.5% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 2 | 14 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Dakar 18 | Dakar Desert Rally |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | September 25, 2018 | October 4, 2022 |
| Developers | Bigmoon Entertainment | Saber Porto Ltd. |
| Publishers | Ravenscourt, Bigmoon Entertainment | Saber Interactive |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 (64-bit) | Windows 10, 64 bit |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5-4690k @ 3.5 GHz or AMD Ryzen 5 1600 @ 3.2 GHz or equivalent | Intel Core i7-4790k / AMD Ryzen 5 2600 |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 (6GB) or better | GeForce RTX 2070 (8GB)/ Radeon RX5700 (8GB) |
| DirectX (minimum) | — | Version 12 |
| Network (minimum) | — | Broadband Internet connection |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Dakar 18 or Dakar Desert Rally?
Dakar 18 won the comparison against Dakar Desert Rally 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 Dakar 18 worth buying over Dakar Desert Rally?
Based on the metrics, Dakar 18 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, 02:42 PM UTC