Grand Theft Auto IV: The Complete Edition vs Just Cause 2
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Just Cause 2 wins 8 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Just Cause 2 is $17.90 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Grand Theft Auto IV: The Complete Edition | Just Cause 2 |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Worth It | 63 | 73 |
| Quality | 87 | 88 |
| Value | 42 | 77 |
| Popularity | 44 | 37 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $19.99 | $2.09 |
| Steam Review Score | 83.7% positive | 90.2% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 4.0K | 135 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Grand Theft Auto IV: The Complete Edition
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Details and requirements
| Item | Grand Theft Auto IV: The Complete Edition | Just Cause 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | March 24, 2020 | March 23, 2010 |
| Developers | Rockstar North, Rockstar Toronto | Avalanche Studios |
| Publishers | Rockstar Games | Square Enix |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | — | Microsoft Windows Vista SP1 or Windows 7 |
| Processor (minimum) | — | Intel Core® 2 Duo 2.6 GHz or AMD Phenom X3 2.4GHz or equivalen |
| Memory (minimum) | — | 3GB system Memory |
| Graphics (minimum) | — | DX10 compatible graphics card with 512 MB of memory |
| Sound (minimum) | — | 100% DirectX 10 compatible Dolby Digital 5.1 sound card |
| DirectX® (minimum) | — | Microsoft DirectX 10.1 |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Grand Theft Auto IV: The Complete Edition or Just Cause 2?
Just Cause 2 won the comparison against Grand Theft Auto IV: The Complete 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 Grand Theft Auto IV: The Complete Edition worth buying over Just Cause 2?
Based on the metrics, Just Cause 2 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. Just Cause 2 currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 02:52 PM UTC