Chop Goblins vs Shadow Warrior Classic Redux
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Shadow Warrior Classic Redux wins 8 of 12 head-to-head metrics. Shadow Warrior Classic Redux is $1.02 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Chop Goblins | Shadow Warrior Classic Redux |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 69 | 62 |
| Quality | 78 | 72 |
| Value | 69 | 76 |
| Popularity | 56 | 28 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $2.66 | $1.64 |
| Steam Review Score | 97.6% positive | 89.8% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 0 | 4 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Chop Goblins | Shadow Warrior Classic Redux |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | December 12, 2022 | July 8, 2013 |
| Developers | David Szymanski | General Arcade |
| Publishers | David Szymanski | Devolver Digital |
| Platforms | Windows | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | — | Windows XP, Vista, or 7 |
| Processor (minimum) | — | 1.8 GHz Processor |
| Memory (minimum) | — | 1 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | — | OpenGL compatible graphics card with at least 256M |
| DirectX® (minimum) | — | 9.0 |
| Hard Drive (minimum) | — | 650 MB HD space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Chop Goblins or Shadow Warrior Classic Redux?
Shadow Warrior Classic Redux won the comparison against Chop Goblins 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 Chop Goblins worth buying over Shadow Warrior Classic Redux?
Based on the metrics, Shadow Warrior Classic Redux 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. Shadow Warrior Classic Redux currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 01:53 PM UTC