Dune: Awakening vs Smalland: Survive the Wilds
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Dune: Awakening wins 8 of 13 head-to-head metrics. Smalland: Survive the Wilds is $20.20 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Dune: Awakening | Smalland: Survive the Wilds |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 64 | 60 |
| Quality | 62 | 68 |
| Value | 74 | 65 |
| Popularity | 42 | 32 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $21.39 | $1.19 |
| Steam Review Score | 72.6% positive | 82.2% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 7.9K | 224 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Dune: Awakening | Smalland: Survive the Wilds |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | June 10, 2025 | February 15, 2024 |
| Developers | Funcom | Merge Games |
| Publishers | Funcom | Maximum Entertainment |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 64-bit (or newer) | Windows 10 (64-bit versions) |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i7-10700K / AMD Ryzen 5 2600X | Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-9700 CPU @ 3.00GHz or equivalent |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 (8 GB) / AMD Radeon 6700XT (12 GB) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 or equivalent |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 12 | Version 12 |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | Broadband Internet connection |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Dune: Awakening or Smalland: Survive the Wilds?
Dune: Awakening won the comparison against Smalland: Survive the Wilds 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 Dune: Awakening worth buying over Smalland: Survive the Wilds?
Based on the metrics, Dune: Awakening 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. Dune: Awakening currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 01:45 PM UTC