Derail Valley vs Sword & Shield Simulator
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Derail Valley wins 7 of 13 head-to-head metrics. Sword & Shield Simulator is $32.78 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Derail Valley | Sword & Shield Simulator |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Wait for Sale | 59 | 48 |
| Quality | 77 | 24 |
| Value | 49 | 88 |
| Popularity | 32 | 28 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $39.99 | $7.21 |
| Steam Review Score | 96.7% positive | 23.2% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 396 | 0 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
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Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Derail Valley | Sword & Shield Simulator |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | January 25, 2019 | August 11, 2026 |
| Developers | Altfuture | Wildlands Interactive |
| Publishers | Altfuture | PlayWay S.A., Ultimate Games S.A. |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 64-bit | Windows 11 64-bit |
| Processor (minimum) | — | Intel Core i5-10400F / AMD Ryzen 5 3600 |
| Memory (minimum) | — | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | — | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 8 GB / AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT 8 GB |
| DirectX (minimum) | — | Version 12 |
| Storage (minimum) | — | 8 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Derail Valley or Sword & Shield Simulator?
Derail Valley won the comparison against Sword & Shield Simulator 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 Derail Valley worth buying over Sword & Shield Simulator?
Based on the metrics, Derail Valley 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. Sword & Shield Simulator currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 01:31 PM UTC