Darkwood
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Darkwood 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 | 945 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 919 fps | 747 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 985 fps | 788 fps | 640 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 868 fps | 694 fps | 564 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 844 fps | 676 fps | 549 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 997 fps | 797 fps | 638 fps | 518 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 909 fps | 727 fps | 582 fps | 473 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 821 fps | 657 fps | 525 fps | 427 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 704 fps | 563 fps | 450 fps | 366 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 510 fps | 408 fps | 327 fps | 265 fps |
1440p performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 961 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 892 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 999 fps | 985 fps | 800 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 929 fps | 755 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 999 fps | 873 fps | 709 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 862 fps | 690 fps | 560 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 924 fps | 739 fps | 591 fps | 480 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 814 fps | 651 fps | 521 fps | 423 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 792 fps | 633 fps | 507 fps | 412 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 748 fps | 598 fps | 478 fps | 389 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 682 fps | 545 fps | 436 fps | 354 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 616 fps | 493 fps | 394 fps | 320 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 528 fps | 422 fps | 338 fps | 274 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 383 fps | 306 fps | 245 fps | 199 fps |
4K performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 985 fps | 788 fps | 630 fps | 512 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 915 fps | 732 fps | 585 fps | 476 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 821 fps | 657 fps | 525 fps | 427 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 774 fps | 619 fps | 495 fps | 403 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 727 fps | 582 fps | 465 fps | 378 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 575 fps | 460 fps | 368 fps | 299 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 493 fps | 394 fps | 315 fps | 256 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 434 fps | 347 fps | 278 fps | 226 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 422 fps | 338 fps | 270 fps | 220 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 399 fps | 319 fps | 255 fps | 207 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 364 fps | 291 fps | 233 fps | 189 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 328 fps | 263 fps | 210 fps | 171 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 281 fps | 225 fps | 180 fps | 146 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 204 fps | 163 fps | 131 fps | 106 fps |
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About
To run Darkwood smoothly, an entry-level GPU such as the GTX 1650 or RX 6500 XT is sufficient. Given its age, the game is not very demanding on hardware, making it accessible for a wide range of systems. With these GPUs, you can expect to enjoy the game at 1080p with high settings, ensuring a visually appealing experience without any significant performance hiccups.
For those with more powerful setups, such as mid-range GPUs like the RTX 3060 or RX 6600, you can comfortably push the resolution to 1440p while maintaining high frame rates. If you are using older or integrated graphics, sticking to lower settings at 720p will still provide a playable experience. Overall, this title is a great choice for gamers looking for an engaging RPG without the need for cutting-edge hardware, making it a solid pick for both casual and seasoned players.
Performance profile
Released in December 1992, Darkwood 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 — Darkwood 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
Darkwood is a moderately sized city in the northern regions. The city has no walls or obvious defenses, but is one of the safest cities in the realms thanks to a powerful City Guard. Those enlisting in the City Guard must prove themselves before being admitted. Some seek adventure in the neighboring lands or seek out some lost treasure. The most popular by far however is the arena located in town. In the arena, anyone can pit their skill against a selected foe and earn gold and fortune in doing so. This is where you come in. Your name is Derek, and until now your only claim to fame is picking pebbles from horseshoes at the local stables. Your mother recently passed away and your father was killed 2 seasons ago defending the town against an Orc invasion. You have been working the streets ever since, trying to make a living. You realize that you cannot go on in this fashion. You must make something of yourself. You must sign on at the arena and earn a place in the City Guard. The city has had a long-standing agreement that anyone besting the most powerful creature the arena could host would be signed on as one of the Captains of the Guard. No one in 24 seasons has managed to pull it off, but you promise yourself that you will. You hunger for the recognition and the chance to honor the name of your father.