METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN vs Quantum Break
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN wins 7 of 13 head-to-head metrics. Quantum Break is $13.22 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 V: THE PHANTOM PAIN | Quantum Break |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 66 | 66 |
| Quality | 92 | 78 |
| Value | 50 | 64 |
| Popularity | 40 | 35 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $16.49 | $3.27 |
| Steam Review Score | 91.8% positive | 86.4% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 1.4K | 92 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN
GAMIVO Cheapest Key marketplace$16.49−18%Buy 
Kinguin Key marketplace$17.08−15%Buy 
Green Man Gaming Authorized reseller$19.99Buy 
Side by side over time
METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAINQuantum Break
Details and requirements
| Item | METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN | Quantum Break |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | September 1, 2015 | September 29, 2016 |
| Developers | KONAMI | Remedy Entertainment |
| Publishers | KONAMI | Xbox Game Studios |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 7x64, Windows 8x64, Windows 10x64 (64-bit OS Required) | Windows 10 - 64 bit |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i7-4790 (3.60GHz) or better; Quad-core or better | Intel Core i5 4690, 3.9GHz or AMD equivalent |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 760 (DirectX 11 graphic card required) | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 or AMD Radeon R9 390 |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | Version 11 |
| Storage (minimum) | 28 GB available space | 68 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN or Quantum Break?
METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN won the comparison against Quantum Break 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 V: THE PHANTOM PAIN worth buying over Quantum Break?
Based on the metrics, METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN 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. Quantum Break currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 11:36 AM UTC