DEATH STRANDING DIRECTOR'S CUT vs The Left Behind
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
DEATH STRANDING DIRECTOR'S CUT wins 11 of 15 head-to-head metrics. The Left Behind is R$3.80 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | DEATH STRANDING DIRECTOR'S CUT | The Left Behind |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Skip This | 75 | 36 |
| Quality | 90 | 26 |
| Value | 75 | 50 |
| Popularity | 39 | 33 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 44.79 | R$ 40.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 91.9% positive | 23.5% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 1.8K | 0 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
DEATH STRANDING DIRECTOR'S CUT
Loaded Cheapest Authorized resellerR$44.79−72%Buy 
GAMIVO Key marketplaceR$45.80−71%Buy 
Kinguin Key marketplaceR$49.47−69%Buy The Left Behind
Side by side over time
DEATH STRANDING DIRECTOR'S CUTThe Left Behind
Details and requirements
| Item | DEATH STRANDING DIRECTOR'S CUT | The Left Behind |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | March 30, 2022 | July 27, 2026 |
| Developers | KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS | Extrude |
| Publishers | 505 Games | Extrude |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows® 10 | — |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel™ Core i7-3770 or AMD Ryzen™ 5 1600 | — |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | — |
| Graphics (minimum) | GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB or AMD Radeon™ RX 590 | — |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 12 | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 80 GB available space | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: DEATH STRANDING DIRECTOR'S CUT or The Left Behind?
DEATH STRANDING DIRECTOR'S CUT won the comparison against The Left Behind 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 DEATH STRANDING DIRECTOR'S CUT worth buying over The Left Behind?
Based on the metrics, DEATH STRANDING DIRECTOR'S CUT 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. DEATH STRANDING DIRECTOR'S CUT currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 04:10 PM UTC