Tank Mechanic Simulator vs Train Sim World® 2020
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Tank Mechanic Simulator wins 12 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Tank Mechanic Simulator is $9.49 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Tank Mechanic Simulator | Train Sim World® 2020 |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Wait for Sale | 66 | 51 |
| Quality | 71 | 64 |
| Value | 76 | 52 |
| Popularity | 32 | 31 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $3.20 | $12.69 |
| Steam Review Score | 87.6% positive | 77.3% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 61 | 8 |
Where to buy
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Details and requirements
| Item | Tank Mechanic Simulator | Train Sim World® 2020 |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | February 20, 2020 | March 16, 2017 |
| Developers | DeGenerals S.A. | Dovetail Games |
| Publishers | PlayWay S.A. | Dovetail Games - TSW |
| Platforms | Windows, MacOs | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 8.1 (64-bit) or newer | 64-bit Windows 7 Service Pack 1, Windows 8 / 8.1 or Windows 10 |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5-8400 / AMD Ryzen 5 1600 | Intel Core i7-4790 @ 3.6 GHz or AMD Ryzen 7 1700 @ 3.8 GHz |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | 4 GB VRAM (GeForce GTX 980 / AMD Radeon R9 Fury) or better | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 or AMD Radeon RX 480 with 4 GB VRAM or more |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | Version 10 |
| Storage (minimum) | 12 GB available space | 20 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Tank Mechanic Simulator or Train Sim World® 2020?
Tank Mechanic Simulator won the comparison against Train Sim World® 2020 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 Tank Mechanic Simulator worth buying over Train Sim World® 2020?
Based on the metrics, Tank Mechanic Simulator 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. Tank Mechanic Simulator currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 02:17 PM UTC