On The Road - The Truck Simulator vs Train Mechanic Simulator 2017
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Train Mechanic Simulator 2017 wins 7 of 12 head-to-head metrics. Train Mechanic Simulator 2017 is $23.97 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | On The Road - The Truck Simulator | Train Mechanic Simulator 2017 |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Wait for Sale × Wait for Sale | 40 | 45 |
| Quality | 45 | 56 |
| Value | 44 | 51 |
| Popularity | 24 | 23 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $29.99 | $6.02 |
| Steam Review Score | 49.7% positive | 66.7% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 1 | 1 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
On The Road - The Truck Simulator
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Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | On The Road - The Truck Simulator | Train Mechanic Simulator 2017 |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | November 14, 2019 | March 23, 2017 |
| Developers | tox² interactive GmbH | Si7 Studio |
| Publishers | Aerosoft GmbH | PlayWay S.A., Atomic Jelly |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | — | Windows 8, 10 |
| Processor (minimum) | — | Pentium Core Quad |
| Memory (minimum) | — | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | — | Geforce GT950 or better |
| DirectX (minimum) | — | Version 12 |
| Storage (minimum) | — | 5 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: On The Road - The Truck Simulator or Train Mechanic Simulator 2017?
Train Mechanic Simulator 2017 won the comparison against On The Road - The Truck Simulator 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 On The Road - The Truck Simulator worth buying over Train Mechanic Simulator 2017?
Based on the metrics, Train Mechanic Simulator 2017 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. Train Mechanic Simulator 2017 currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 03:28 PM UTC