Always Sometimes Monsters
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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 | 999 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 955 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 818 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 999 fps | 913 fps | 730 fps | 593 fps |
1440p 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 | 999 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 946 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 920 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 869 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 976 fps | 793 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 881 fps | 716 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 999 fps | 944 fps | 755 fps | 614 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 856 fps | 684 fps | 548 fps | 445 fps |
4K 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 | 955 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 900 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 845 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 822 fps | 668 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 881 fps | 705 fps | 573 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 970 fps | 776 fps | 621 fps | 505 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 944 fps | 755 fps | 604 fps | 491 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 892 fps | 713 fps | 571 fps | 464 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 813 fps | 650 fps | 520 fps | 423 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 734 fps | 587 fps | 470 fps | 382 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 629 fps | 503 fps | 403 fps | 327 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 456 fps | 365 fps | 292 fps | 237 fps |
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About
Always Sometimes Monsters is a 2014 indie RPG that stands out for its modern-day setting and narrative-driven gameplay. Rather than traditional combat, the game focuses on player choice and consequence as you attempt to travel from the east coast to the west coast in 30 days to stop your true love's wedding. Your decisions throughout the journey significantly shape your character's story and determine multiple possible endings.
This indie title is extremely accessible for PC gaming, requiring only 1 GB of RAM and modest GPU requirements that make it playable on integrated graphics from the last decade. You'll easily achieve high FPS on older or budget hardware, and performance benchmarks show the game runs smoothly even on entry-level systems. Whether you're running on a low-end GPU or modern hardware, graphics settings adjustments are minimal since the game prioritizes artistic style over demanding visuals.
With a respectable 70/100 rating, Always Sometimes Monsters is worth playing if you enjoy narrative-focused indie RPGs with meaningful choices and modern storytelling. The game's low system requirements make it an excellent option for benchmarking older PC hardware or simply enjoying a story-rich experience without performance concerns.
Performance profile
Released in May 2014, Always Sometimes Monsters sits in the DirectX 11 generation. Comfortable on any modern mid-range GPU at 1440p; even an RTX 3050 or RX 6600 typically delivers 4K60 at High settings.
RPGs like Always Sometimes Monsters stress VRAM during long sessions — texture streaming, mods and open-world traversal inflate memory use over time. 8 GB VRAM is a practical floor; 12 GB+ is worth the headroom at 1440p and above.
Extremely light — Always Sometimes Monsters 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
Your pockets are empty. Your life is in shambles. You've ruined your career. You're being evicted. The love of your life is marrying someone else. With precious little time left you make a last-ditch effort to salvage your world. How far will you be willing to go to make things right again? What are you willing to sacrifice for one more chance at happiness? Who are you willing to hurt in the process? Who could judge you? In the end, aren't we always sometimes monsters?
