Crysis Remastered vs METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Crysis Remastered wins 8 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Crysis Remastered is $13.10 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Crysis Remastered | METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Maybe | 72 | 66 |
| Quality | 65 | 92 |
| Value | 98 | 50 |
| Popularity | 34 | 40 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $3.39 | $16.49 |
| Steam Review Score | 77.9% positive | 91.8% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 90 | 1.4K |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Crysis Remastered
GAMIVO Cheapest Key marketplace$3.39−89%Buy 
Kinguin Key marketplace$4.04−87%Buy 
Green Man Gaming Authorized reseller$29.99Buy METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN
GAMIVO Cheapest Key marketplace$16.49−18%Buy Kinguin Key marketplace$17.08−15%Buy Green Man Gaming Authorized reseller$19.99Buy Side by side over time
Crysis RemasteredMETAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN
Details and requirements
| Item | Crysis Remastered | METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | September 17, 2021 | September 1, 2015 |
| Developers | Crytek | KONAMI |
| Publishers | Crytek | KONAMI |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 64-Bit latest update | Windows 7x64, Windows 8x64, Windows 10x64 (64-bit OS Required) |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-7600k or higher / AMD Ryzen 5 or higher | Intel Core i7-4790 (3.60GHz) or better; Quad-core or better |
| Memory (minimum) | 12 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 TI / AMD Radeon Vega 56 | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 760 (DirectX 11 graphic card required) |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 20 GB available space | 28 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Crysis Remastered or METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN?
Crysis Remastered won the comparison against METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN 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 Remastered worth buying over METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN?
Based on the metrics, Crysis Remastered 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. Crysis Remastered currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 12:08 PM UTC