METAL GEAR SOLID 3: Snake Eater - Master Collection Version 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 12 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition is $8.80 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 SOLID 3: Snake Eater - Master Collection Version | Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Worth It | 58 | 72 |
| Quality | 72 | 82 |
| Value | 63 | 76 |
| Popularity | 30 | 40 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $11.19 | $4.56 |
| Steam Review Score | 89.5% positive | 84.8% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 70 | 880 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
METAL GEAR SOLID 3: Snake Eater - Master Collection Version
Loaded Cheapest Authorized reseller$14.69−27%Buy 
Kinguin Key marketplace$17.08−15%Buy 
Green Man Gaming Authorized reseller$19.99Buy Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition
Kinguin Cheapest Key marketplace$5.89−85%Buy Loaded Authorized reseller$6.69−83%Buy 
GAMIVO Key marketplace$6.78−83%Buy Side by side over time
METAL GEAR SOLID 3: Snake Eater - Master Collection VersionShadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition
Details and requirements
| Item | METAL GEAR SOLID 3: Snake Eater - Master Collection Version | Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | October 24, 2023 | September 14, 2018 |
| Developers | KONAMI | Eidos-Montréal, Crystal Dynamics |
| Publishers | KONAMI | Crystal Dynamics, Feral Interactive (Mac) |
| Platforms | Windows | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10(64-bit OS required) | Windows 10 64-bit |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-7600 | Intel Core i7 4770K, 3.40 Ghz or AMD Ryzen 5 1600, 3.20 Ghz |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 | Nvidia GTX 1060 6GB or AMD Radeon RX 480, 8GB |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | Version 12 |
| Storage (minimum) | 15 GB available space | 40 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: METAL GEAR SOLID 3: Snake Eater - Master Collection Version or Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition?
Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition won the comparison against METAL GEAR SOLID 3: Snake Eater - Master Collection Version 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 SOLID 3: Snake Eater - Master Collection Version 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. Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 04:35 PM UTC