Goat Simulator 3 vs iDigging
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
iDigging wins 7 of 13 head-to-head metrics. iDigging is $29.40 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Goat Simulator 3 | iDigging |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 58 | 62 |
| Quality | 78 | 58 |
| Value | 43 | 96 |
| Popularity | 34 | 23 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $29.99 | $0.59 |
| Steam Review Score | 97.9% positive | 69.3% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 286 | 7 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Goat Simulator 3 | iDigging |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | February 15, 2024 | May 7, 2025 |
| Developers | Coffee Stain North | TWEN |
| Publishers | Coffee Stain Publishing | TWEN |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 | Windows 11 |
| Processor (minimum) | i5 9400F | Intel Core i5 / AMD Ryzen 5 3600X |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 4000 MB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | GTX 1070 (8GB VRAM) | NVIDIA Geforce GTX 1050 / AMD Radeon RX560X |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 12 GB available space | 1600 MB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Goat Simulator 3 or iDigging?
iDigging won the comparison against Goat Simulator 3 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 Goat Simulator 3 worth buying over iDigging?
Based on the metrics, iDigging 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. iDigging currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 02:27 PM UTC