Marvel vs. Capcom: Infinite vs ULTIMATE MARVEL VS. CAPCOM 3
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
ULTIMATE MARVEL VS. CAPCOM 3 wins 7 of 13 head-to-head metrics. Marvel vs. Capcom: Infinite is $0.58 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Marvel vs. Capcom: Infinite | ULTIMATE MARVEL VS. CAPCOM 3 |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Wait for Sale × Wait for Sale | 45 | 52 |
| Quality | 66 | 74 |
| Value | 36 | 39 |
| Popularity | 28 | 31 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $4.81 | $5.39 |
| Steam Review Score | 67.7% positive | 92% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 18 | 127 |
Where to buy
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Side by side over time
Marvel vs. Capcom: InfiniteULTIMATE MARVEL VS. CAPCOM 3
Details and requirements
| Item | Marvel vs. Capcom: Infinite | ULTIMATE MARVEL VS. CAPCOM 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | September 19, 2017 | March 6, 2017 |
| Developers | Capcom | CAPCOM CO., LTD. |
| Publishers | Capcom | CAPCOM U.S.A., INC. |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | WINDOWS® 7, 8, 8.1, 10 (64-BIT Required) / Windows®11 | Windows 7 SP1 / 8 / 8.1 / 10(64-bit) |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5-4690K @3.50GHz or AMD FX-9370 / Intel® Core™ i7-9700 3.0GHz, or better | Intel Core 2 Quad 2.7 GHz / AMD Ryzen 7 2700X |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | 4 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 960 or AMD Radeon R7 370 | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 560 / AMD Radeon RX 6800 |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 12 | Version 9.0c |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | Broadband Internet connection |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Marvel vs. Capcom: Infinite or ULTIMATE MARVEL VS. CAPCOM 3?
ULTIMATE MARVEL VS. CAPCOM 3 won the comparison against Marvel vs. Capcom: Infinite 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 Marvel vs. Capcom: Infinite worth buying over ULTIMATE MARVEL VS. CAPCOM 3?
Based on the metrics, ULTIMATE MARVEL VS. CAPCOM 3 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. ULTIMATE MARVEL VS. CAPCOM 3 currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 02:44 PM UTC