Crysis 2 - Maximum Edition vs Prey
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Prey wins 12 of 13 head-to-head metrics. Prey is $5.87 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 | Prey |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Wait for Sale × Maybe | 50 | 66 |
| Quality | 70 | 73 |
| Value | 40 | 73 |
| Popularity | 32 | 37 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $12.26 | $6.39 |
| Steam Review Score | 86.2% positive | 90.5% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 22 | 247 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Crysis 2 - Maximum Edition | Prey |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | March 22, 2011 | May 4, 2017 |
| Developers | Crytek Studios | Arkane Studios |
| Publishers | Electronic Arts | Bethesda Softworks |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | — | Windows 7/8/10 (64-bit versions) |
| Processor (minimum) | — | Intel i7-2600K, AMD FX-8350 |
| Memory (minimum) | — | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | — | GTX 970 4GB, AMD R9 290 4GB |
| Storage (minimum) | — | 20 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Crysis 2 - Maximum Edition or Prey?
Prey 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 Prey?
Based on the metrics, Prey 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. Prey currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 12:04 PM UTC