Assassin's Creed® Unity vs Styx: Master of Shadows
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Styx: Master of Shadows wins 7 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Styx: Master of Shadows is R$7.71 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Assassin's Creed® Unity | Styx: Master of Shadows |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 66 | 66 |
| Quality | 65 | 78 |
| Value | 67 | 80 |
| Popularity | 40 | 32 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 14.99 | R$ 7.28 |
| Steam Review Score | 77.6% positive | 83.5% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 574 | 33 |
Where to buy
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Side by side over time
Assassin's Creed® UnityStyx: Master of Shadows
Details and requirements
| Item | Assassin's Creed® Unity | Styx: Master of Shadows |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | November 11, 2014 | October 7, 2014 |
| Developers | Ubisoft | Cyanide Studio |
| Publishers | Ubisoft | Nacon, Cyanide Studio |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 (64-bit versions only) | — |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i7-3770 @ 3.4 GHz or AMD FX-8350 @ 4.0 GHz or better | — |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | — |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 780 or AMD Radeon R9 290X (3 GB VRAM) | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 50 GB available space | — |
| Sound Card (minimum) | DirectX 9.0c compatible sound card with latest drivers | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Assassin's Creed® Unity or Styx: Master of Shadows?
Styx: Master of Shadows won the comparison against Assassin's Creed® Unity 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 Assassin's Creed® Unity worth buying over Styx: Master of Shadows?
Based on the metrics, Styx: Master of Shadows 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. Styx: Master of Shadows currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 02:08 PM UTC