Euro Truck Simulator 2 vs The Bus
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Euro Truck Simulator 2 wins 13 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Euro Truck Simulator 2 is $17.42 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Euro Truck Simulator 2 | The Bus |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Maybe | 75 | 59 |
| Quality | 91 | 62 |
| Value | 63 | 65 |
| Popularity | 57 | 32 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $10.47 | $27.89 |
| Steam Review Score | 97.4% positive | 73.4% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 25.2K | 205 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
Euro Truck Simulator 2The Bus
Details and requirements
| Item | Euro Truck Simulator 2 | The Bus |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | October 12, 2012 | March 26, 2026 |
| Developers | SCS Software | TML-Studios |
| Publishers | SCS Software | Aerosoft GmbH |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 64-bit | Windows 10/11 (64-bit) |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5-9600 or AMD Ryzen 5 3600 or similar | Intel Core i7-9700K |
| Memory (minimum) | 12 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 or AMD Radeon RX 590 (2GB VRAM) | GeForce RTX 3060 or Radeon RX 6650 XT |
| Hard Drive (minimum) | 25 GB available space (Euro Truck Simulator 2 base game) | — |
| DirectX (minimum) | — | Version 12 |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Euro Truck Simulator 2 or The Bus?
Euro Truck Simulator 2 won the comparison against The Bus 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 Euro Truck Simulator 2 worth buying over The Bus?
Based on the metrics, Euro Truck 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. The Bus currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 12:16 PM UTC