Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition vs The Evil Within 2
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 13 head-to-head metrics. The Evil Within 2 is R$1.85 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition | The Evil Within 2 |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Worth It | 72 | 72 |
| Quality | 82 | 87 |
| Value | 73 | 80 |
| Popularity | 40 | 35 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 24.54 | R$ 28.52 |
| Steam Review Score | 84.8% positive | 91.8% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 880 | 138 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition
Kinguin Cheapest Key marketplaceR$30.37−82%Buy 
GAMIVO Key marketplaceR$34.23−79%Buy 
Loaded Authorized resellerR$34.39−79%Buy 
Side by side over time
Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive EditionThe Evil Within 2
Details and requirements
| Item | Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition | The Evil Within 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | September 14, 2018 | October 12, 2017 |
| Developers | Eidos-Montréal, Crystal Dynamics | Tango Gameworks |
| Publishers | Crystal Dynamics, Feral Interactive (Mac) | Bethesda Softworks |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 64-bit | Windows 7/8.1/10 (64-bit versions) |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i7 4770K, 3.40 Ghz or AMD Ryzen 5 1600, 3.20 Ghz | Intel Core i7-4770 / AMD Ryzen 5 1600X or better |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | Nvidia GTX 1060 6GB or AMD Radeon RX 480, 8GB | NVIDIA GTX 1060 6GB / AMD RX 480 8GB or better |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 12 | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 40 GB available space | 40 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition or The Evil Within 2?
Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition won the comparison against The Evil Within 2 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 The Evil Within 2?
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. The Evil Within 2 currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 01:07 PM UTC