Thief: Deadly Shadows vs Thief Gold
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Thief Gold wins 12 of 12 head-to-head metrics. Thief Gold is $1.28 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Thief: Deadly Shadows | Thief Gold |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 61 | 62 |
| Quality | 81 | 93 |
| Value | 66 | 56 |
| Popularity | 27 | 29 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $3.76 | $2.48 |
| Steam Review Score | 80.3% positive | 92.7% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 5 | 19 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
Thief: Deadly ShadowsThief Gold
Details and requirements
| Item | Thief: Deadly Shadows | Thief Gold |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | March 29, 2007 | May 22, 2012 |
| Developers | Ion Storm | Looking Glass Studios |
| Publishers | Eidos Interactive Corp. | Eidos Interactive Corp. |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Thief: Deadly Shadows or Thief Gold?
Thief Gold won the comparison against Thief: Deadly Shadows 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 Thief: Deadly Shadows worth buying over Thief Gold?
Based on the metrics, Thief Gold 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. Thief: Deadly Shadows currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 12:11 PM UTC