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Dark and Bright

Dark and Bright

2017Easy to run

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1080p performance

Dark and Bright estimated FPS at 1080p across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPUlowmediumhighultra
RTX 5090999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4090999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RX 7900 XTX999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 5080999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4080 Super999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4070 Ti999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4070999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RX 7800 XT999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 3080999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4060 Ti999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 3070999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4060999 fps999 fps999 fps955 fps
RTX 3060999 fps999 fps999 fps818 fps
GTX 1660 Super999 fps913 fps730 fps593 fps

1440p performance

Dark and Bright estimated FPS at 1440p across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPUlowmediumhighultra
RTX 5090999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4090999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RX 7900 XTX999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 5080999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4080 Super999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4070 Ti999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4070999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RX 7800 XT999 fps999 fps999 fps946 fps
RTX 3080999 fps999 fps999 fps920 fps
RTX 4060 Ti999 fps999 fps999 fps869 fps
RTX 3070999 fps999 fps976 fps793 fps
RTX 4060999 fps999 fps881 fps716 fps
RTX 3060999 fps944 fps755 fps614 fps
GTX 1660 Super856 fps684 fps548 fps445 fps

4K performance

Dark and Bright estimated FPS at 4K across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPUlowmediumhighultra
RTX 5090999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4090999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RX 7900 XTX999 fps999 fps999 fps955 fps
RTX 5080999 fps999 fps999 fps900 fps
RTX 4080 Super999 fps999 fps999 fps845 fps
RTX 4070 Ti999 fps999 fps822 fps668 fps
RTX 4070999 fps881 fps705 fps573 fps
RX 7800 XT970 fps776 fps621 fps505 fps
RTX 3080944 fps755 fps604 fps491 fps
RTX 4060 Ti892 fps713 fps571 fps464 fps
RTX 3070813 fps650 fps520 fps423 fps
RTX 4060734 fps587 fps470 fps382 fps
RTX 3060629 fps503 fps403 fps327 fps
GTX 1660 Super456 fps365 fps292 fps237 fps

Minimum Hardware

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1024 x 768 pixels or higher desktop resolution

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Processor
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Intel® Pentium® 4 2.0 GHz

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Memory
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1 GB

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Genres

IndieRole-playing (RPG)

About

Dark and Bright, released in 2017, is an intriguing indie RPG that transports players to a surreal universe where reality blends seamlessly with dreams. Players assume the role of Grouchweasel, navigating an abstract world teetering on the brink of reality. The game's unique art style and imaginative setting set it apart, making it a notable entry in the indie gaming scene.

For PC performance, Dark and Bright is relatively accessible, requiring only an entry-level GPU to enjoy a smooth gaming experience. With a minimum GPU score of around 134, players can expect decent FPS even on modest hardware. For optimal performance, consider mid-tier GPUs that can handle higher graphics settings without sacrificing frame rates, ensuring a fluid gameplay experience as you explore its captivating world.

If you're a fan of indie RPGs or enjoy exploring creative narratives, Dark and Bright is certainly worth a try. Its unique concept and engaging gameplay make it an enjoyable experience, especially for those looking for something beyond the mainstream offerings.

Performance profile

August 2017 release. Dark and Bright was built around the GTX 10-series / RX Vega era. Current-gen mid-range cards (RTX 4060 / RX 7600) are overkill at 1080p and handle 1440p Ultra comfortably.

RPGs like Dark and Bright 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 — Dark and Bright 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.

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