Max Payne 3 vs Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition wins 10 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Max Payne 3 is R$4.27 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Max Payne 3 | Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Worth It | 73 | 72 |
| Quality | 87 | 82 |
| Value | 76 | 73 |
| Popularity | 38 | 40 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 26.10 | R$ 24.54 |
| Steam Review Score | 87% positive | 84.8% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 333 | 880 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Max Payne 3
Kinguin Cheapest Key marketplaceR$26.10−74%Buy 
Green Man Gaming Authorized resellerR$26.87−73%Buy 
Steam Official storeR$29.85−70%Buy Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition
Kinguin Cheapest Key marketplaceR$30.37−82%Buy 
GAMIVO Key marketplaceR$34.23−79%Buy 
Loaded Authorized resellerR$34.39−79%Buy Side by side over time
Max Payne 3Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition
Details and requirements
| Item | Max Payne 3 | Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | May 31, 2012 | September 14, 2018 |
| Developers | Rockstar Studios | Eidos-Montréal, Crystal Dynamics |
| Publishers | Rockstar Games | Crystal Dynamics, Feral Interactive (Mac) |
| Platforms | Windows | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | — | Windows 10 64-bit |
| Processor (minimum) | — | Intel Core i7 4770K, 3.40 Ghz or AMD Ryzen 5 1600, 3.20 Ghz |
| Memory (minimum) | — | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | — | Nvidia GTX 1060 6GB or AMD Radeon RX 480, 8GB |
| DirectX (minimum) | — | Version 12 |
| Storage (minimum) | — | 40 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Max Payne 3 or Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition?
Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition won the comparison against Max Payne 3 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 Max Payne 3 worth buying over Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition?
Based on the metrics, Shadow of the Tomb Raider: 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. Max Payne 3 currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 02:53 PM UTC