DayZ vs Hunt: Showdown 1896
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Hunt: Showdown 1896 wins 8 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Hunt: Showdown 1896 is R$36.84 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | DayZ | Hunt: Showdown 1896 |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Worth It | 68 | 72 |
| Quality | 66 | 77 |
| Value | 41 | 65 |
| Popularity | 59 | 50 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 88.57 | R$ 51.73 |
| Steam Review Score | 78.5% positive | 74.8% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 37.3K | 17.9K |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | DayZ | Hunt: Showdown 1896 |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | December 13, 2018 | August 27, 2019 |
| Developers | Bohemia Interactive | Crytek |
| Publishers | Bohemia Interactive | Crytek |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 / 11 64-bit | Windows 11 64 bit |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5-6600K or AMD R5 1600X | Intel CPU 8th Gen 8700 / AMD Ryzen 5 2700 |
| Memory (minimum) | 12 GB RAM | 12 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 or AMD RX 580 | RTX 2060 Super / AMD 6600 XT, with a minimum of 8GB of VRAM |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | Version 12 |
| Storage (minimum) | 30 GB available space | 75 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: DayZ or Hunt: Showdown 1896?
Hunt: Showdown 1896 won the comparison against DayZ 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 DayZ worth buying over Hunt: Showdown 1896?
Based on the metrics, Hunt: Showdown 1896 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. Hunt: Showdown 1896 currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 01:42 PM UTC