Metro 2033 Redux vs S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Metro 2033 Redux wins 11 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Metro 2033 Redux is $17.11 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Metro 2033 Redux | S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 69 | 66 |
| Quality | 74 | 90 |
| Value | 74 | 56 |
| Popularity | 40 | 37 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $1.99 | $19.10 |
| Steam Review Score | 91.3% positive | 94.7% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 791 | 130 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Metro 2033 Redux
Steam Cheapest Official store$1.99−90%Buy 
GAMIVO Key marketplace$2.23−89%Buy 
Kinguin Key marketplace$2.33−88%Buy S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl
Side by side over time
Metro 2033 ReduxS.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl
Details and requirements
| Item | Metro 2033 Redux | S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | August 25, 2014 | March 20, 2007 |
| Developers | 4A Games | GSC Game World |
| Publishers | Deep Silver | GSC Game World |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 7 or 8 (64-bit only) | — |
| Processor (minimum) | Any Quad Core or 3.0+ GHz Dual Core CPU | Intel Core 2 Duo E6400 / AMD 64 X2 4200+ |
| Memory (minimum) | 4 GB RAM | 2 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | DirectX 11 compliant graphics card (GeForce GTX 480 and above) | 256 MB DirectX® 9.0c compatible card* / nVIDIA® GeForce™ 8800 GT / ATI Radeon® HD 2900 XT |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 10 GB available space | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Metro 2033 Redux or S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl?
Metro 2033 Redux won the comparison against S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl 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 Metro 2033 Redux worth buying over S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl?
Based on the metrics, Metro 2033 Redux 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. Metro 2033 Redux currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 01:04 PM UTC