Dead Rising 3 Apocalypse Edition vs Dead Rising 4
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Dead Rising 4 wins 8 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Dead Rising 4 is $2.59 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Dead Rising 3 Apocalypse Edition | Dead Rising 4 |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 66 | 58 |
| Quality | 65 | 63 |
| Value | 81 | 73 |
| Popularity | 34 | 30 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $5.10 | $2.51 |
| Steam Review Score | 77.6% positive | 59% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 107 | 29 |
Where to buy
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Details and requirements
| Item | Dead Rising 3 Apocalypse Edition | Dead Rising 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | September 5, 2014 | March 14, 2017 |
| Developers | Capcom Game Studio Vancouver | Capcom Game Studio Vancouver, Inc. |
| Publishers | Capcom | Capcom |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 7 64-bit edition, Windows 8 64-bit edition | Windows 10 64-bit |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5-4570 CPU @ 3.20GHz or AMD equivalent | Intel i7-3770 or AMD FX 8350 |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA® GeForce GTX 670 2GB / AMD Radeon 7970 2GB | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 (4 GB) or AMD Radeon R9 290 (4 GB) |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | Version 11 |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | Broadband Internet connection |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Dead Rising 3 Apocalypse Edition or Dead Rising 4?
Dead Rising 4 won the comparison against Dead Rising 3 Apocalypse 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 Dead Rising 3 Apocalypse Edition worth buying over Dead Rising 4?
Based on the metrics, Dead Rising 4 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 Rising 3 Apocalypse Edition currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 03:25 PM UTC