Escape Simulator 2 vs We Were Here Forever
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
We Were Here Forever wins 9 of 14 head-to-head metrics. We Were Here Forever is R$36.71 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Escape Simulator 2 | We Were Here Forever |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 58 | 68 |
| Quality | 87 | 73 |
| Value | 49 | 76 |
| Popularity | 30 | 34 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 50.00 | R$ 13.29 |
| Steam Review Score | 91.9% positive | 90.5% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 731 | 268 |
Where to buy
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Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Escape Simulator 2 | We Were Here Forever |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | October 27, 2025 | May 10, 2022 |
| Developers | Pine Studio | Total Mayhem Games |
| Publishers | Pine Studio | Total Mayhem 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 Core i5 4000 series or equivalent |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | DX11 capable GPU (6 GB) | Nvidia GTX 970 or equivalent, integrated graphics not supported |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | Version 12 |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | Broadband Internet connection |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Escape Simulator 2 or We Were Here Forever?
We Were Here Forever won the comparison against Escape Simulator 2 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 We Were Here Forever?
Based on the metrics, We Were Here Forever 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. We Were Here Forever currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 01:32 PM UTC