Rise of the Tomb Raider vs The Evil Within
A full spec-by-spec comparison of Rise of the Tomb Raider vs The Evil Within — engine, performance, dimensions, features and price, with the differences highlighted to help you decide.
| Specification | Rise of the Tomb Raider Square Enix, Microsoft Studios, Feral Interactive | The Evil Within Bethesda Softworks |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Release Date | November 10, 2015 | October 12, 2014 |
| Availability | Released | Released |
| Developer | Feral Interactive, Crystal Dynamics, Nixxes | Bethesda Softworks, Tango Gameworks |
| Publisher | Square Enix, Microsoft Studios, Feral Interactive | Bethesda Softworks |
| Official Site | http://www.tombraider.com/us/ | http://www.theevilwithin.com |
| Age Rating | — | Mature |
| Gameplay | ||
| Genre | Action | Action, Shooter, Adventure |
| Game Modes | Single-player | Single-player |
| Perspective | Third-person | Third-person |
| Average Playtime | 14 hours | 6 hours |
| Platforms & Pricing | ||
| Platforms | PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Apple Macintosh | PC, PlayStation, Xbox |
| Available On | Xbox Store, Steam, Xbox 360 Store, App Store, Epic Games Store | Epic Games Store, GOG, PlayStation Store, Steam, Xbox 360 Store, Xbox Store |
| PC Requirements | ||
| Minimum Requirements | OS: Windows 7 64bit Processor: Intel Core i3-2100 or AMD equivalent Memory: 6 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 650 2GB or AMD HD7770 2GB DirectX: Version 11 Storage: 25 GB available space | OS: 64-bit Windows 7 SP1/Windows 8.1 Processor: i7 or an equivalent with four plus core processor Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: GTX 460 or equivalent 1 GB VRAM card DirectX: Version 11 Storage: 50 GB available space Additional Notes: It’s worth noting that the 50 GB of space required is for the PC install. When the installation is complete, the game will take up ~41 GB of HDD space |
| Recommended Requirements | OS: Windows 10 64 bit Processor: Intel Core i7-3770K Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 980Ti 2560x1440 or NVIDIA GTX 970 1920x1080 DirectX: Version 11 Storage: 25 GB available space | OS: 64-bit Windows 7 SP1/Windows 8.1 Processor: i7 with four plus cores Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: GeForce GTX 670 or equivalent with 4GBs of VRAM DirectX: Version 11 Storage: 50 GB available space Additional Notes: It’s worth noting that the 50 GB of space required is for the PC install. When the installation is complete, the game will take up ~41 GB of HDD space |
| Critic & Community Scores | ||
| Metacritic | 86 / 100 | 68 / 100 |
| Community Rating | 4.0 / 5 (2,808 ratings) | 4.0 / 5 (1,175 ratings) |
Rise of the Tomb Raider vs The Evil Within: which should you buy?
For Filipino buyers, Rise of the Tomb Raider is the clear choice if you want a critically acclaimed, longer action-adventure with solid PC requirements. It has a Metacritic score of 86 vs. The Evil Within's 68, and offers about 14 hours of playtime compared to 6 hours. The Evil Within is a survival horror shooter with a mature rating, but it demands a much larger 50GB install (41GB after) and a stronger CPU (i7 recommended). Rise of the Tomb Raider requires only 25GB and an i3 minimum. Both have similar community ratings (4.0/5), but Rise of the Tomb Raider has more ratings (2,808 vs. 1,175). If you prefer a longer, higher-rated game with lower storage needs, go with Rise of the Tomb Raider. If you want a shorter, intense horror experience and have ample storage and a powerful PC, The Evil Within might appeal. However, for most Filipino gamers, Rise of the Tomb Raider offers better value and broader accessibility.
Frequently asked questions
Which game has better critical reception?
Rise of the Tomb Raider has a Metacritic score of 86, significantly higher than The Evil Within's 68.
Which game is longer?
Rise of the Tomb Raider averages 14 hours of playtime, while The Evil Within averages only 6 hours.
Which game has lower PC requirements?
Rise of the Tomb Raider requires 25GB storage and a minimum i3 CPU, whereas The Evil Within needs 50GB (41GB after install) and recommends an i7 processor.
Which game is cheaper in the Philippines?
The data does not provide current Philippine peso prices for either game, so we cannot compare costs.