Blackguards
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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 | 951 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 815 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 999 fps | 909 fps | 728 fps | 591 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 | 943 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 917 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 866 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 972 fps | 790 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 878 fps | 713 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 999 fps | 941 fps | 753 fps | 611 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 853 fps | 682 fps | 546 fps | 443 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 | 951 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 897 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 843 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 820 fps | 666 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 878 fps | 702 fps | 571 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 967 fps | 774 fps | 619 fps | 503 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 941 fps | 753 fps | 602 fps | 489 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 889 fps | 711 fps | 569 fps | 462 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 810 fps | 648 fps | 518 fps | 421 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 732 fps | 585 fps | 468 fps | 380 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 627 fps | 502 fps | 401 fps | 326 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 455 fps | 364 fps | 291 fps | 236 fps |
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About
Blackguards is a turn-based strategy RPG released in 2014 that puts you in control of criminals and misfits fighting for a dark, morally complex world. With over 180 hex-based battlegrounds to explore, the game blends tactical combat with adventure elements across warrior, mage, and hunter classes. It's a mature indie title that stands out for its gritty narrative involving crime, drugs, and murder rather than traditional heroic storytelling.
Blackguards is remarkably accessible from a performance standpoint, making it an excellent benchmark title for older or entry-level systems. The game requires just 4 GB of RAM and runs smoothly on basic GPUs with a minimum score around 283, meaning even modest integrated graphics can handle it at solid frame rates. You can expect consistent FPS performance across low-end hardware, making it ideal for testing older rigs or getting reliable benchmarks without pushing graphics settings.
If you enjoy tactical strategy games with mature storytelling, Blackguards is worth trying despite its modest 64/100 rating. The hex-based combat system and character customization offer engaging gameplay, though it's better suited for strategy enthusiasts than action-focused players.
Performance profile
Released in January 2014, Blackguards 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.
As a strategy title, Blackguards is typically CPU-bound rather than GPU-bound — single-thread CPU performance dictates framerate during large-scale battles, end-game saves and late-game AI turns. A fast modern 6-core will help more than a GPU upgrade.
Extremely light — Blackguards 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.
