L.A. Noire vs Mafia II: Definitive Edition
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Mafia II: Definitive Edition wins 8 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Mafia II: Definitive Edition is $12.29 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | L.A. Noire | Mafia II: Definitive Edition |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 60 | 66 |
| Quality | 85 | 63 |
| Value | 42 | 81 |
| Popularity | 36 | 36 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $18.63 | $5.40 |
| Steam Review Score | 85.9% positive | 74.4% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 196 | 706 |
Where to buy
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Details and requirements
| Item | L.A. Noire | Mafia II: Definitive Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | November 8, 2011 | May 19, 2020 |
| Developers | Team Bondi, Rockstar Leeds | Hangar 13, D3T |
| Publishers | Rockstar Games | 2K |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | — | Windows 8.1 64-bit |
| Processor (minimum) | — | Intel i7-3770 or AMD FX 8350 |
| Memory (minimum) | — | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | — | 4GB NVIDIA GeForce GTX 780 or 4GB AMD Radeon R9 290X |
| Storage (minimum) | — | 50 GB available space |
| Sound Card (minimum) | — | DirectX Compatible |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: L.A. Noire or Mafia II: Definitive Edition?
Mafia II: Definitive Edition won the comparison against L.A. Noire 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 L.A. Noire worth buying over Mafia II: Definitive Edition?
Based on the metrics, Mafia II: 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. Mafia II: Definitive Edition currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 01:44 PM UTC