Defend the Rook
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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 | 953 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 817 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 999 fps | 911 fps | 729 fps | 592 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 | 944 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 919 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 868 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 974 fps | 791 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 880 fps | 715 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 999 fps | 942 fps | 754 fps | 613 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 854 fps | 683 fps | 547 fps | 444 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 | 953 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 898 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 844 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 821 fps | 667 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 880 fps | 704 fps | 572 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 969 fps | 775 fps | 620 fps | 504 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 942 fps | 754 fps | 603 fps | 490 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 890 fps | 712 fps | 570 fps | 463 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 812 fps | 649 fps | 519 fps | 422 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 733 fps | 586 fps | 469 fps | 381 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 628 fps | 503 fps | 402 fps | 327 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 455 fps | 364 fps | 292 fps | 237 fps |
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Defend the Rook
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About
Defend the Rook, released in 2021, blends indie RPG elements with strategic board combat and tower defense mechanics. Players face waves of enemies as they build towers and deploy tactics, making each battle unique. Its notable roguelike gameplay encourages various strategies, requiring players to adapt while defending the land from invading hordes.
In terms of PC performance, Defend the Rook is quite accessible, making it suitable for a wide range of hardware configurations. With a minimum GPU requirement of an entry-level graphics card, scoring around 136, players can expect a stable frame rate while enjoying the game's vibrant graphics. More powerful systems will deliver higher FPS and allow for better graphics settings, enhancing the overall experience.
If you enjoy tactical games with RPG elements, Defend the Rook is definitely worth trying. Its unique blend of genres and engaging mechanics have garnered positive reviews, making it a solid choice for fans of strategy games looking for a fresh experience.
Performance profile
Released in October 2021, Defend the Rook targets RTX 20/30-series and RX 6000-era hardware. A current mid-range GPU (RTX 4060 Ti / RX 7700 XT) is the sweet spot for 1440p Ultra; 4K needs a high-end card.
As a strategy title, Defend the Rook 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 — Defend the Rook 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.
