DSX vs Skater XL - The Ultimate Skateboarding Game
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
DSX wins 7 of 14 head-to-head metrics. DSX is $28.26 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | DSX | Skater XL - The Ultimate Skateboarding Game |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 57 | 58 |
| Quality | 59 | 73 |
| Value | 62 | 49 |
| Popularity | 34 | 34 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $5.99 | $34.14 |
| Steam Review Score | 69.5% positive | 86.3% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 4.6K | 55 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Skater XL - The Ultimate Skateboarding Game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | DSX | Skater XL - The Ultimate Skateboarding Game |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | June 24, 2022 | July 28, 2020 |
| Developers | Paliverse | Easy Day Studios Pty Ltd |
| Publishers | Paliverse | Easy Day Studios Pty Ltd |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 11 | Windows 10 |
| Processor (minimum) | x64 | 3.5GHz quad core i5 or higher |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 1 GB available space | 5 GB available space |
| Additional Notes (minimum) | An internet connection is required for ownership verification, firmware update checks, and driver downloads. However, a 4-week caching system allows offline use without needing internet access. | Consistent 58-60FPS on Ultra with these specs in beta testing. |
| Memory (minimum) | — | 16 GB RAM |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: DSX or Skater XL - The Ultimate Skateboarding Game?
DSX won the comparison against Skater XL - The Ultimate Skateboarding Game 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 DSX worth buying over Skater XL - The Ultimate Skateboarding Game?
Based on the metrics, DSX 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. DSX currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 12:24 PM UTC