

ActRaiser
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ActRaiser FPS by GPU
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1080p performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 958 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 932 fps | 757 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 998 fps | 799 fps | 649 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 880 fps | 704 fps | 572 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 856 fps | 685 fps | 556 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 808 fps | 647 fps | 525 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 921 fps | 737 fps | 590 fps | 479 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 832 fps | 666 fps | 532 fps | 433 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 713 fps | 571 fps | 456 fps | 371 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 517 fps | 414 fps | 331 fps | 269 fps |
1440p performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 973 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 904 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 999 fps | 998 fps | 811 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 941 fps | 765 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 999 fps | 884 fps | 719 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 874 fps | 699 fps | 568 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 936 fps | 749 fps | 599 fps | 487 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 825 fps | 660 fps | 528 fps | 429 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 802 fps | 642 fps | 513 fps | 417 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 758 fps | 606 fps | 485 fps | 394 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 691 fps | 553 fps | 442 fps | 359 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 624 fps | 499 fps | 399 fps | 324 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 535 fps | 428 fps | 342 fps | 278 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 388 fps | 310 fps | 248 fps | 202 fps |
4K performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 998 fps | 799 fps | 639 fps | 519 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 927 fps | 742 fps | 593 fps | 482 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 832 fps | 666 fps | 532 fps | 433 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 784 fps | 628 fps | 502 fps | 408 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 737 fps | 590 fps | 472 fps | 383 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 582 fps | 466 fps | 373 fps | 303 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 499 fps | 399 fps | 319 fps | 260 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 440 fps | 352 fps | 281 fps | 229 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 428 fps | 342 fps | 274 fps | 223 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 404 fps | 323 fps | 259 fps | 210 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 368 fps | 295 fps | 236 fps | 192 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 333 fps | 266 fps | 213 fps | 173 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 285 fps | 228 fps | 183 fps | 148 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 207 fps | 165 fps | 132 fps | 108 fps |

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About
ActRaiser, released in 1990, is a unique blend of platforming and city-building simulation that set itself apart on the Super Nintendo. Players take on the role of a god who must guide their hero through side-scrolling levels while simultaneously nurturing and developing towns. This dual gameplay mechanic has contributed to its enduring charm and has attracted a diverse audience of gamers.
For PC gamers looking to benchmark ActRaiser, the game is surprisingly accessible and runs well on modest hardware. A minimum GPU score of around 904 is required, suggesting that even entry-level graphics cards can deliver playable FPS. To achieve smoother performance, players should aim for a GPU that fits into the lower mid-range tier. Additionally, a CPU score of approximately 3205, along with at least 8 GB of RAM, will ensure a seamless experience while tweaking graphics settings.
Given its 79/100 rating and innovative mix of genres, ActRaiser is definitely worth playing, especially for fans of retro gaming or anyone interested in experiencing a classic. Its distinct gameplay elements provide a rewarding challenge, making it a standout title in the history of gaming.
Performance profile
Released in December 1990, ActRaiser predates modern GPU acceleration as we know it today. It runs effortlessly on virtually any current hardware, including integrated graphics and entry-level laptops — framerate is limited by the engine, not the GPU.
Extremely light — ActRaiser runs at 60 FPS 1080p on any integrated GPU (Intel Iris Xe, AMD Radeon Graphics) or a decade-old discrete card like the GTX 1050. A current-gen RTX 4060 pushes 4K Ultra without effort.
Storyline
The plot follows a godlike being known only as "The Master" (God in the Japanese version) in his fight against Tanzra (Satan in the Japanese version), also referred to as "The Evil One." According to the instruction booklet, The Master was defeated in a battle with Tanzra and his six lieutenants. The Master retreated to his sky palace to tend to his wounds and fell into a deep sleep. In the Master's absence, Tanzra divided the world into six lands, one for each of his lieutenants; they later turned the people to evil. After several hundred years, the Master awakens fully recovered to discover that he has lost his powers due to the lack of belief in him. As the game progresses, the Master defeats Tanzra's lieutenants and recovers his powers by rebuilding the civilizations of his people and communicating with them through prayer. After all lieutenants have been slain, the Master commences an assault on Tanzra's stronghold, Death Heim, eventually defeating him. After the defeat of Tanzra, The Master and his servant revisit the many civilizations that they had helped to build and observe the people. During their observations, they note that nobody is at the temple worshiping the Master. The servant observes that, although the people once prayed to the Master in times of trouble, they no longer feel a need to because they are not in danger. The Master and his servant then enter the sky palace and depart into the heavens to await a time when they may be needed.