Monster Train vs Monster Train 2
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Monster Train wins 8 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Monster Train is $13.24 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Monster Train | Monster Train 2 |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Worth It | 75 | 78 |
| Quality | 93 | 93 |
| Value | 78 | 85 |
| Popularity | 35 | 32 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $1.62 | $14.86 |
| Steam Review Score | 95.9% positive | 95.2% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 141 | 876 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Monster Train | Monster Train 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | May 21, 2020 | May 21, 2025 |
| Developers | Shiny Shoe | Shiny Shoe |
| Publishers | Good Shepherd Entertainment | Big Fan Games |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 | Windows 11 x64 Bit |
| Processor (minimum) | Core i5 | Intel Core i5-9600 / AMD Ryzen 5 1600 |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | GTX 1050 | GeForce GTX 1080 (8192 MB) Radeon RX 5700 (8192 MB) |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | Version 12 |
| Storage (minimum) | 2 GB available space | 3 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Monster Train or Monster Train 2?
Monster Train won the comparison against Monster Train 2 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 Monster Train worth buying over Monster Train 2?
Based on the metrics, Monster Train 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. Monster Train 2 currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 12:10 PM UTC