Shadow Man Remastered vs The Core
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Shadow Man Remastered wins 8 of 13 head-to-head metrics. The Core is $1.51 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Shadow Man Remastered | The Core |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 69 | 59 |
| Quality | 75 | 47 |
| Value | 93 | 98 |
| Popularity | 26 | 21 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $3.99 | $2.48 |
| Steam Review Score | 94.6% positive | 72.2% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 12 | 0 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
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Details and requirements
| Item | Shadow Man Remastered | The Core |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | April 15, 2021 | August 13, 2026 |
| Developers | Nightdive Studios, Acclaim Studios Teesside | Electric Machine Games |
| Publishers | Nightdive Studios, Atari | Electric Machine Games |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 (64-bit required) | — |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5-2300 2.8 GHz/AMD A10-7800 APU or equivalent | — |
| Memory (minimum) | 2 GB RAM | — |
| Sound Card (minimum) | 100% DirectX compatible sound card or onboard sound | — |
| Additional Notes (minimum) | Intel CPUs rendering graphics may not be Vulkan compatible. | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Shadow Man Remastered or The Core?
Shadow Man Remastered won the comparison against The Core 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 Shadow Man Remastered worth buying over The Core?
Based on the metrics, Shadow Man Remastered 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. The Core currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 12:59 PM UTC