Anima: Gate of Memories vs Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance wins 11 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Anima: Gate of Memories is $6.63 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Anima: Gate of Memories | Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Worth It | 54 | 73 |
| Quality | 58 | 92 |
| Value | 74 | 77 |
| Popularity | 23 | 32 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $5.61 | $12.24 |
| Steam Review Score | 69.9% positive | 91.9% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 0 | 615 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
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Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Anima: Gate of Memories | Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | June 2, 2016 | June 13, 2024 |
| Developers | Anima Project | ATLUS |
| Publishers | Anima Publishing | SEGA |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 7 or newer | Windows 10 |
| Processor (minimum) | Quad core processor | Intel Core i5-3470 or AMD Ryzen 5 1400 |
| Memory (minimum) | 4 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 9.0c | Version 12 |
| Storage (minimum) | 6 GB available space | 30 GB available space |
| Graphics (minimum) | — | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960, 4 GB or AMD Radeon R9 380, 4 GB |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Anima: Gate of Memories or Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance?
Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance won the comparison against Anima: Gate of Memories 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 Anima: Gate of Memories worth buying over Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance?
Based on the metrics, Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance 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. Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 02:09 PM UTC