DAVE THE DIVER vs Dinkum
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
DAVE THE DIVER wins 12 of 14 head-to-head metrics. DAVE THE DIVER is $12.24 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | DAVE THE DIVER | Dinkum |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Maybe | 77 | 59 |
| Quality | 95 | 75 |
| Value | 75 | 50 |
| Popularity | 45 | 36 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $7.75 | $19.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 96.6% positive | 92.4% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 7.9K | 845 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
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Details and requirements
| Item | DAVE THE DIVER | Dinkum |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | June 28, 2023 | April 22, 2025 |
| Developers | MINTROCKET | James Bendon |
| Publishers | MINTROCKET | KRAFTON, Inc. |
| Platforms | Windows, MacOs | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 64 bit | Windows 10 64-bit |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5 (Hexa Core) / i7 (Quad Core) | Intel Core i5-12600K / AMD Ryzen 5 5600X |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA GTX 1060 3GB / AMD RX 480 | NVIDIA RTX 3060 12GB / AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT 8GB |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | Version 12 |
| Storage (minimum) | 10 GB available space | 2 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: DAVE THE DIVER or Dinkum?
DAVE THE DIVER won the comparison against Dinkum 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 DAVE THE DIVER worth buying over Dinkum?
Based on the metrics, DAVE THE DIVER 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. DAVE THE DIVER currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 03:03 PM UTC