Prison Simulator vs Thief Simulator 2
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Thief Simulator 2 wins 7 of 13 head-to-head metrics. Prison Simulator is $11.00 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Prison Simulator | Thief Simulator 2 |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Wait for Sale × Wait for Sale | 51 | 51 |
| Quality | 70 | 71 |
| Value | 49 | 39 |
| Popularity | 27 | 31 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $8.99 | $19.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 85.9% positive | 87.6% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 8 | 137 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Prison Simulator | Thief Simulator 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | November 4, 2021 | October 4, 2023 |
| Developers | Baked Games | CookieDev, Ultimate Games S.A. |
| Publishers | Baked Games | PlayWay S.A. |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 64 bit | Windows 10 |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5 | Intel Core i5-8400 or equivalent |
| Memory (minimum) | 12 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | GeForce GTX 960 / AMD R9-380 or better | NVidia GeForce GTX 1070 or equivalent |
| Storage (minimum) | 6 GB available space | 12 GB available space |
| DirectX (minimum) | — | Version 11 |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Prison Simulator or Thief Simulator 2?
Thief Simulator 2 won the comparison against Prison 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 Prison Simulator worth buying over Thief Simulator 2?
Based on the metrics, Thief Simulator 2 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. Prison Simulator currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 12:59 PM UTC