Game Dev Studio vs Plague Inc: Evolved
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Plague Inc: Evolved wins 8 of 13 head-to-head metrics. Game Dev Studio is $5.40 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Game Dev Studio | Plague Inc: Evolved |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 60 | 64 |
| Quality | 69 | 76 |
| Value | 78 | 62 |
| Popularity | 22 | 39 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $1.10 | $6.50 |
| Steam Review Score | 86.4% positive | 94.2% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 2 | 626 |
Where to buy
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Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Game Dev Studio | Plague Inc: Evolved |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | March 12, 2018 | February 18, 2016 |
| Developers | Explosive Squat Games | Ndemic Creations |
| Publishers | Explosive Squat Games | Ndemic Creations |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
| Processor (minimum) | Quad core @ 2GHz | 3.0GHz i5 Dual Core or equivalent |
| Memory (minimum) | 2 GB RAM | 2 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | 256 MB VRAM | Nvidia GeForce GTX 650 Radeon HD 3600 (1GB) |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 9.0 | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 150 MB available space | 1 GB available space |
| OS (minimum) | — | Windows 10 (64 Bit) |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Game Dev Studio or Plague Inc: Evolved?
Plague Inc: Evolved won the comparison against Game Dev Studio 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 Game Dev Studio worth buying over Plague Inc: Evolved?
Based on the metrics, Plague Inc: Evolved 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. Game Dev Studio currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 06:06 PM UTC