Crysis 2 - Maximum Edition vs Far Cry® 2
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Far Cry® 2 wins 9 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Far Cry® 2 is $9.07 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Crysis 2 - Maximum Edition | Far Cry® 2 |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Wait for Sale × Worth It | 50 | 70 |
| Quality | 70 | 79 |
| Value | 40 | 77 |
| Popularity | 32 | 34 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $12.26 | $3.19 |
| Steam Review Score | 86.2% positive | 75.3% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 22 | 77 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Crysis 2 - Maximum Edition
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Crysis 2 - Maximum Edition | Far Cry® 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | March 22, 2011 | October 22, 2008 |
| Developers | Crytek Studios | Ubisoft Montreal |
| Publishers | Electronic Arts | Ubisoft |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| Processor (minimum) | — | Intel Core 2 Duo Family, AMD 64 X2 5200+, AMD Phenom or better |
| Memory (minimum) | — | 2 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | — | 512 MB, NVidia 8600 GTS or better, ATI X1900 or better* |
| Sound (minimum) | — | 5.1 sound card recommended |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Crysis 2 - Maximum Edition or Far Cry® 2?
Far Cry® 2 won the comparison against Crysis 2 - Maximum Edition 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 Crysis 2 - Maximum Edition worth buying over Far Cry® 2?
Based on the metrics, Far Cry® 2 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. Far Cry® 2 currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 12:27 PM UTC