METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAINVSShadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition
Which game gives you more value right now? Every metric, head to head.
METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN
Better Deal· Steam
Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition
Better Deal· KinguinToo Close to Call
Both games performed nearly identically across all metrics
Head-to-Head Metrics
Direct metric-by-metric comparison: winner determined by count, no weighting
Solid pick at the moment — it's holding up well and the price is fair for what you get.
The stars are aligning for this one. At this moment, the game is delivering well and the price feels right.
Statistics Over Time
Side-by-side historical trends: same time range, same scale
Player Count Trends
· Concurrent players over timeReview Score Trends
· Positive review ratio over timeReview Volume Trends
— Total reviews accumulated over timePrice Comparison
Current deals and best prices side by side
METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN
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Score Breakdown
How each game scores across quality, popularity, and affordability
METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN
Quality
Excellent community reception — players and critics agree on the quality.
Value
Acceptable value right now — fair price for the content.
Popularity
Smaller but still existing player base — longer wait times for multiplayer.
Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition
Quality
Most players came away satisfied — more positives than negatives.
Value
Price is reasonable for what the game offers.
Popularity
Activity a bit low — loyal community but no instant queues.
Game Details
Release information and metadata
System Requirements
PC minimum and recommended specs
METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN
Recommended
- OS: Windows 7x64, Windows 8x64, Windows 10x64 (64-bit OS Required)
- Processor: Intel Core i7-4790 (3.60GHz) or better; Quad-core or better
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 760 (DirectX 11 graphic card required)
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 28 GB available space
- Sound Card: DirectX 9.0c compatible sound card (Surround Sound 5.1)
Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition
Recommended
- OS: Windows 10 64-bit
- Processor: Intel Core i7 4770K, 3.40 Ghz or AMD Ryzen 5 1600, 3.20 Ghz
- Memory: 16 GB RAM
- Graphics: Nvidia GTX 1060 6GB or AMD Radeon RX 480, 8GB
- DirectX: Version 12
- Storage: 40 GB available space
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better: METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN or Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition?
METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN and Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition are extremely close, with nearly identical results across all metrics. Both are excellent choices.
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 Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition?
Based on the metrics, Too Close to Call 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.
Analysis updated: Jul 18, 2026, 05:56 AM UTC