Farming Simulator 25 vs Ranch Simulator: Build, Hunt, Farm
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Farming Simulator 25 wins 9 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Ranch Simulator: Build, Hunt, Farm is $5.56 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Farming Simulator 25 | Ranch Simulator: Build, Hunt, Farm |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Wait for Sale | 59 | 50 |
| Quality | 72 | 66 |
| Value | 46 | 36 |
| Popularity | 48 | 38 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $16.52 | $9.79 |
| Steam Review Score | 87.8% positive | 79.1% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 30.2K | 1.1K |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Farming Simulator 25
Kinguin Cheapest Key marketplace$16.52−45%Buy 
Loaded Authorized reseller$16.69−44%Buy 
Green Man Gaming Authorized reseller$29.99Buy Ranch Simulator: Build, Hunt, Farm
Side by side over time
Farming Simulator 25Ranch Simulator: Build, Hunt, Farm
Details and requirements
| Item | Farming Simulator 25 | Ranch Simulator: Build, Hunt, Farm |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | November 12, 2024 | November 3, 2023 |
| Developers | GIANTS Software | Toxic Dog |
| Publishers | GIANTS Software | Excalibur Games |
| Platforms | Windows, MacOs | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 64bit | Windows 10 (64-bit versions only) |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i7-10700, AMD Ryzen 7 3800X, or better | Intel Core i7-4790 or AMD Ryzen 3 3200G |
| Memory (minimum) | 12 GB RAM | 12 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | Nvidia GeForce RTX 2070, AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT, Intel Arc A750 graphics card or better (min 8GB VRAM, DX12 support) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX series / Radeon 500 series or above |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 12 | Version 12 |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Farming Simulator 25 or Ranch Simulator: Build, Hunt, Farm?
Farming Simulator 25 won the comparison against Ranch Simulator: Build, Hunt, Farm 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 Farming Simulator 25 worth buying over Ranch Simulator: Build, Hunt, Farm?
Based on the metrics, Farming Simulator 25 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. Farming Simulator 25 currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 02:51 PM UTC