Metro: Last Light Redux vs V Rising
A full spec-by-spec comparison of Metro: Last Light Redux vs V Rising — engine, performance, dimensions, features and price, with the differences highlighted to help you decide.
| Specification | Metro: Last Light Redux Deep Silver, Koch Media, FISHLABS | V Rising Stunlock Studios |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Release Date | August 25, 2014 | May 8, 2024 |
| Availability | Released | Released |
| Developer | Deep Silver, 4A Games, Fishlabs Entertainment | Stunlock Studios |
| Publisher | Deep Silver, Koch Media, FISHLABS | Stunlock Studios |
| Official Site | http://www.enterthemetro.com | https://playvrising.com/ |
| Gameplay | ||
| Genre | Action, Shooter | Action, Adventure, Massively Multiplayer |
| Game Modes | Single-player, Multiplayer | Single-player, Multiplayer, Co-op, Online Co-op |
| Perspective | First-person | — |
| Average Playtime | 7 hours | 7 hours |
| Platforms & Pricing | ||
| Platforms | PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Apple Macintosh, Linux, Nintendo | PC |
| Available On | Nintendo eShop, PlayStation Store, Steam, GOG, Xbox Store, App Store, Epic Games Store | Steam |
| PC Requirements | ||
| Minimum Requirements | OS: Windows Vista, 7 or 8 (64-bit only) Processor: Dual Core CPU (2.2+ GHz Dual Core CPU or better) Memory: 2 GB RAM Graphics: DirectX 10, Shader Model 4 compliant graphics cards (GeForce 8800 GT 512 MB, GeForce GTS 250, etc) DirectX: Version 10 Storage: 10 GB available space Additional Notes: 64-bit only | Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: Windows 10 64 bit Processor: Intel Core i5-6600, 3.3 GHz or AMD Ryzen 5 1500X, 3.5 GHz Memory: 12 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 750 Ti, 2 GB or AMD Radeon R7 360, 2 GB DirectX: Version 11 Network: Broadband Internet connection Storage: 7 GB available space Additional Notes: Minimum System Requirements might change in the future |
| Recommended Requirements | OS: Windows 7 or 8 (64-bit only) Processor: Any Quad Core or 3.0+ GHz Dual Core CPU Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: DirectX 11 compliant graphics card (GeForce GTX 480 and above) DirectX: Version 11 Storage: 10 GB available space Additional Notes: (64-bit only) | Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: Windows 10 64 bit Processor: Intel Core i5-11600K, 3.9 GHz or AMD Ryzen 5 5600X, 3.7 GHz Memory: 12 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070, 8 GB or AMD Radeon RX 590, 8 GB DirectX: Version 11 Network: Broadband Internet connection Storage: 7 GB available space Additional Notes: Recommended System Requirements might change in the future |
| Critic & Community Scores | ||
| Metacritic | 76 / 100 | — |
| Community Rating | 4.1 / 5 (1,704 ratings) | 3.7 / 5 (175 ratings) |
Metro: Last Light Redux vs V Rising: which should you buy?
For Filipino gamers deciding between Metro: Last Light Redux and V Rising, the choice hinges on platform flexibility and hardware demands. Metro: Last Light Redux, released in 2014, runs on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, macOS, Linux and Nintendo consoles, and its minimum specs are modest – a 64‑bit Windows Vista/7/8 system with a dual‑core CPU, 2 GB RAM and a DirectX 10 GPU. Even the recommended setup only needs a quad‑core CPU and 4 GB RAM, making it playable on older or budget rigs that many Filipino households still use. Its single‑player story and multiplayer modes suit both solo and couch‑co‑op play, and it’s available across multiple digital stores (Steam, GOG, Epic, console stores). V Rising, launched in 2024, is PC‑only and targets newer hardware: both minimum and recommended builds require 12 GB RAM, a mid‑range GTX 750 Ti or better GPU, and a modern i5 or Ryzen CPU. While it offers a fresh action‑adventure MMO experience with online co‑op, the higher system cost may be prohibitive for users without a recent PC. If you have a versatile console or older PC and value lower entry cost, Metro: Last Light Redux is the safer pick. If you own a current‑generation gaming PC and want a newer online‑focused title, V Rising justifies the extra hardware investment.
Frequently asked questions
Which game runs on more platforms?
Metro: Last Light Redux runs on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, macOS, Linux and Nintendo, while V Rising is PC‑only.
Which title has lower hardware requirements?
Metro: Last Light Redux’s minimum needs a dual‑core CPU, 2 GB RAM and a DirectX 10 GPU, far less than V Rising’s 12 GB RAM and newer GPU requirement.
Which game is newer and may need a more powerful PC?
V Rising was released in May 2024 and requires at least a modern i5‑6600/AMD Ryzen 5 1500X and 12 GB RAM, making it more demanding than Metro.
Is there a price difference mentioned?
No price information is provided for either game in the data.