Rugby 25 vs Sunday Rivals
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Sunday Rivals wins 6 of 12 head-to-head metrics. Sunday Rivals is $30.00 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Rugby 25 | Sunday Rivals |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Skip This × Wait for Sale | 35 | 48 |
| Quality | 37 | 72 |
| Value | 40 | 44 |
| Popularity | 22 | 20 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $49.99 | $19.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 38.1% positive | 91.3% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 9 | 1 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Sunday Rivals
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Rugby 25 | Sunday Rivals |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | February 13, 2025 | May 16, 2022 |
| Developers | Big Ant Studios | 26k |
| Publishers | Nacon | 26k |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 (x64) or Windows 11 (x64) | — |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel i5 6600k (3.5GHz) / AMD Ryzen 5 1600X (3.6Ghz) | — |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | — |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA GeForce GTX1660 Ti (6 GB) / AMD RX 5700XT (8 GB) | — |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 12 | — |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Rugby 25 or Sunday Rivals?
Sunday Rivals won the comparison against Rugby 25 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 Rugby 25 worth buying over Sunday Rivals?
Based on the metrics, Sunday Rivals 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. Sunday Rivals currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 05:36 PM UTC