METAL GEAR & METAL GEAR 2: Solid Snake vs Pipistrello and the Cursed Yoyo
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Pipistrello and the Cursed Yoyo wins 13 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Pipistrello and the Cursed Yoyo is $9.62 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | METAL GEAR & METAL GEAR 2: Solid Snake | Pipistrello and the Cursed Yoyo |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Wait for Sale × Maybe | 48 | 68 |
| Quality | 68 | 94 |
| Value | 46 | 72 |
| Popularity | 24 | 27 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $19.99 | $10.37 |
| Steam Review Score | 84.6% positive | 97.8% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 18 | 15 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
METAL GEAR & METAL GEAR 2: Solid Snake
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Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | METAL GEAR & METAL GEAR 2: Solid Snake | Pipistrello and the Cursed Yoyo |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | October 24, 2023 | May 28, 2025 |
| Developers | KONAMI | Pocket Trap |
| Publishers | KONAMI | PM Studios, Inc. |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10(64-bit OS required) | — |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-7600 | — |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | — |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 | — |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 1 GB available space | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: METAL GEAR & METAL GEAR 2: Solid Snake or Pipistrello and the Cursed Yoyo?
Pipistrello and the Cursed Yoyo won the comparison against METAL GEAR & METAL GEAR 2: Solid Snake 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 METAL GEAR & METAL GEAR 2: Solid Snake worth buying over Pipistrello and the Cursed Yoyo?
Based on the metrics, Pipistrello and the Cursed Yoyo 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. Pipistrello and the Cursed Yoyo currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 03:22 PM UTC