Escape Simulator 2 vs The Other Side
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Escape Simulator 2 wins 9 of 14 head-to-head metrics. The Other Side is R$5.51 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Escape Simulator 2 | The Other Side |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Wait for Sale | 58 | 52 |
| Quality | 87 | 74 |
| Value | 49 | 47 |
| Popularity | 30 | 25 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 50.00 | R$ 44.49 |
| Steam Review Score | 91.9% positive | 93.3% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 757 | 101 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Escape Simulator 2
The Other Side
Side by side over time
Escape Simulator 2The Other Side
Details and requirements
| Item | Escape Simulator 2 | The Other Side |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | October 27, 2025 | March 7, 2025 |
| Developers | Pine Studio | Vectora Games |
| Publishers | Pine Studio | Vectora Games |
| Platforms | Windows, MacOs | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 version 21H1 (or newer) | Windows 10 (64-bit) |
| Processor (minimum) | X64 architecture with SSE2 instruction set support | Intel i7 or AMD equivalent (AMD FX 9500+ Series) |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | DX11 capable GPU (6 GB) | NVIDIA GTX 1660S |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | Version 12 |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Escape Simulator 2 or The Other Side?
Escape Simulator 2 won the comparison against The Other Side 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 Escape Simulator 2 worth buying over The Other Side?
Based on the metrics, Escape Simulator 2 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. Escape Simulator 2 currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 05:27 PM UTC