Dead Island Definitive Edition vs SURV1V3
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Dead Island Definitive Edition wins 10 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Dead Island Definitive Edition is $23.24 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Dead Island Definitive Edition | SURV1V3 |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Wait for Sale | 67 | 50 |
| Quality | 68 | 67 |
| Value | 80 | 50 |
| Popularity | 35 | 26 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $1.75 | $24.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 82.2% positive | 82.5% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 230 | 1 |
Where to buy
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Details and requirements
| Item | Dead Island Definitive Edition | SURV1V3 |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | May 31, 2016 | June 20, 2021 |
| Developers | Techland | Candymakers |
| Publishers | Deep Silver | Candymakers |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows® 7 64-bit / Windows® 8 64-bit / Windows® 8.1 64-bit / Windows® 10 64-bit | Windows 10 - 64 bit DX11/12 |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel® Core™ i5-4670K @3.4 GHz / AMD FX-8350 @4.0 GHz | Intel i7-6700K equivalent or greater |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 780 / AMD Radeon™ R9 290 (2GB VRAM) | NVIDIA GTX 1070 / AMD equivalent or greater |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | Version 11 |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | Broadband Internet connection |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Dead Island Definitive Edition or SURV1V3?
Dead Island Definitive Edition won the comparison against SURV1V3 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 Dead Island Definitive Edition worth buying over SURV1V3?
Based on the metrics, Dead Island Definitive Edition 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. Dead Island Definitive Edition currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 02:29 PM UTC