Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition vs Shadwen
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition wins 10 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Shadwen is $4.31 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition | Shadwen |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Maybe | 72 | 66 |
| Quality | 82 | 65 |
| Value | 76 | 79 |
| Popularity | 40 | 49 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $4.56 | $1.58 |
| Steam Review Score | 84.8% positive | 77.5% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 880 | 0 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition
Kinguin Cheapest Key marketplace$5.89−85%Buy 
Loaded Authorized reseller$6.69−83%Buy 
GAMIVO Key marketplace$6.78−83%Buy 
Side by side over time
Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive EditionShadwen
Details and requirements
| Item | Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition | Shadwen |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | September 14, 2018 | May 17, 2016 |
| Developers | Eidos-Montréal, Crystal Dynamics | Frozenbyte |
| Publishers | Crystal Dynamics, Feral Interactive (Mac) | Frozenbyte |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 64-bit | (64 bit / 32 bit *) Windows 10 / 8 / 7 / Vista |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i7 4770K, 3.40 Ghz or AMD Ryzen 5 1600, 3.20 Ghz | Intel quad-core 2.0 GHz or dual-core 2.6 GHz |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | Nvidia GTX 1060 6GB or AMD Radeon RX 480, 8GB | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 560 2GB / Radeon HD 6850 2GB |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 12 | Version 10 |
| Storage (minimum) | 40 GB available space | 6 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition or Shadwen?
Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition won the comparison against Shadwen 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 of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition worth buying over Shadwen?
Based on the metrics, Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition 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. Shadwen currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 01:04 PM UTC