METAL GEAR SURVIVE vs Survivalist
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
METAL GEAR SURVIVE wins 9 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Survivalist is $13.96 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 SURVIVE | Survivalist |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 61 | 57 |
| Quality | 58 | 66 |
| Value | 88 | 70 |
| Popularity | 29 | 27 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $14.39 | $0.43 |
| Steam Review Score | 64.5% positive | 80.6% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 17 | 3 |
Where to buy
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Details and requirements
| Item | METAL GEAR SURVIVE | Survivalist |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | February 21, 2018 | January 30, 2015 |
| Developers | KONAMI | Bob |
| Publishers | KONAMI | Ginormocorp Incorporated |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 7x64, Windows 8x64, Windows 10x64 (64-bit OS Required) | Windows 7 or 8 |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i7-4790 (3.60GHz) or better; Quad-core or better | Quad Core Processor |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | 2 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960 (DirectX 11 graphic card required) | DirectX10-capable graphics card |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | Version 10 |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: METAL GEAR SURVIVE or Survivalist?
METAL GEAR SURVIVE won the comparison against Survivalist 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 SURVIVE worth buying over Survivalist?
Based on the metrics, METAL GEAR SURVIVE 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. METAL GEAR SURVIVE currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 01:45 PM UTC