Mr. Shifty vs V Rising

A full spec-by-spec comparison of Mr. Shifty vs V Rising — engine, performance, dimensions, features and price, with the differences highlighted to help you decide.

Specification Mr. Shifty tinyBuild V Rising Stunlock Studios
Overview
Release Date April 13, 2017 May 8, 2024
Availability Released Released
Age Rating Teen
Developer tinyBuild, Team Shifty Stunlock Studios
Publisher tinyBuild Stunlock Studios
Official Site http://mrshifty.com https://playvrising.com/
Gameplay
Genre Action, Shooter, Adventure, Indie Action, Adventure, Massively Multiplayer
Game Modes Single-player Single-player, Multiplayer, Co-op, Online Co-op
Perspective Top-down
Average Playtime 3 hours 7 hours
Platforms & Pricing
Platforms PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Apple Macintosh, Linux, Nintendo PC
Available On Steam, Nintendo eShop, PlayStation Store, Xbox Store Steam
PC Requirements
Minimum Requirements OS: Windows 7/8/8.1/10 Processor: Dual-Core Intel or AMD processor Memory: 2 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce 650 GTX / AMD Radeon 7850 HD series card DirectX: Version 9.0c Storage: 2 GB available space Sound Card: 100% DirectX9.0c compatible sound card and drivers 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 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
Community Rating 3.2 / 5 (61 ratings) 3.7 / 5 (175 ratings)

Mr. Shifty vs V Rising: which should you buy?

For Filipino gamers deciding between Mr. Shifty and V Rising, the key differences lie in platform availability, system requirements, and gameplay scope. Mr. Shifty is a cross‑platform indie title available on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Apple Macintosh, Linux, and Nintendo, with a modest minimum system requirement of 2 GB RAM and an entry‑level GPU (GeForce 650 GTX or Radeon 7850 HD). Its single‑player, top‑down action shooter offers a short average playtime of about 3 hours and is priced on Steam, Nintendo eShop, PlayStation Store, and Xbox Store. In contrast, V Rising is a PC‑only action adventure MMO that demands significantly higher hardware: 12 GB RAM, a mid‑range GPU (GeForce GTX 750 Ti or Radeon R7 360) for minimum play, and a recommended GPU of GTX 1070 or RX 590. It also requires a 64‑bit Windows 10 system and broadband internet for multiplayer features, with an average playtime of 7 hours. Pricing is only available on Steam for both games, but the higher hardware cost and online nature of V Rising make it less accessible to budget buyers or those with older PCs. Therefore, if you own a console or a low‑spec PC and prefer a quick, single‑player indie experience, Mr. Shifty is the better choice. If you have a recent PC that meets or exceeds the recommended specs and enjoy large‑scale multiplayer adventures, V Rising offers a richer, longer experience but at the cost of higher system requirements and ongoing network usage.

Frequently asked questions

Which game is cheaper to buy?

Both games are sold on Steam, but Mr. Shifty also appears on Nintendo eShop, PlayStation Store, and Xbox Store where prices may vary. No price data is provided in the supplied information.

Which game requires more powerful hardware?

V Rising requires 12 GB RAM and a mid‑range GPU (GeForce GTX 750 Ti or Radeon R7 360) minimum, with a recommended GPU of GTX 1070 or RX 590. Mr. Shifty only needs 2 GB RAM and an entry‑level GPU (GeForce 650 GTX or Radeon 7850 HD).

Which game offers multiplayer?

V Rising supports single‑player, multiplayer, co‑op, and online co‑op modes. Mr. Shifty is single‑player only.

Which game has a longer average playtime?

V Rising averages 7 hours of gameplay, while Mr. Shifty averages about 3 hours.