Euro Truck Simulator 2 vs Train Sim World® 2020
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Euro Truck Simulator 2 wins 11 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Train Sim World® 2020 is R$13.88 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Euro Truck Simulator 2 | Train Sim World® 2020 |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Wait for Sale | 75 | 51 |
| Quality | 91 | 64 |
| Value | 51 | 41 |
| Popularity | 57 | 31 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 52.87 | R$ 38.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 97.4% positive | 77.3% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 25.2K | 8 |
Where to buy
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Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Euro Truck Simulator 2 | Train Sim World® 2020 |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | October 12, 2012 | March 16, 2017 |
| Developers | SCS Software | Dovetail Games |
| Publishers | SCS Software | Dovetail Games - TSW |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 64-bit | 64-bit Windows 7 Service Pack 1, Windows 8 / 8.1 or Windows 10 |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5-9600 or AMD Ryzen 5 3600 or similar | Intel Core i7-4790 @ 3.6 GHz or AMD Ryzen 7 1700 @ 3.8 GHz |
| Memory (minimum) | 12 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 or AMD Radeon RX 590 (2GB VRAM) | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 or AMD Radeon RX 480 with 4 GB VRAM or more |
| Hard Drive (minimum) | 25 GB available space (Euro Truck Simulator 2 base game) | — |
| DirectX (minimum) | — | Version 10 |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Euro Truck Simulator 2 or Train Sim World® 2020?
Euro Truck Simulator 2 won the comparison against Train Sim World® 2020 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 Train Sim World® 2020?
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. Euro Truck Simulator 2 currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 03:27 PM UTC