Whether SCUM is better than DayZ is a matter of personal preference. Both games are open-world survival games with similar mechanics, but they have different styles and features.

SCUM has more focus on simulation and character stats, with a more in-depth crafting system and a greater emphasis on player vs player interactions. DayZ, on the other hand, has a more immediate and intense focus on survival, with a greater emphasis on player vs environment encounters and a more straightforward crafting system.

Ultimately, it depends on what type of survival experience you’re looking for and what features you value most in a survival game. Both games have their own strengths and weaknesses, and both have dedicated player communities.