Down Ward
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Down Ward 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 | 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 | 951 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 867 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 964 fps | 783 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 826 fps | 671 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 936 fps | 749 fps | 599 fps | 487 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 | 881 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 999 fps | 956 fps | 776 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 930 fps | 755 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 878 fps | 713 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 801 fps | 650 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 904 fps | 723 fps | 588 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 968 fps | 775 fps | 620 fps | 504 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 702 fps | 562 fps | 449 fps | 365 fps |
4K performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 940 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 873 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 999 fps | 964 fps | 783 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 909 fps | 739 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 999 fps | 854 fps | 694 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 844 fps | 675 fps | 548 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 904 fps | 723 fps | 578 fps | 470 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 796 fps | 637 fps | 510 fps | 414 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 775 fps | 620 fps | 496 fps | 403 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 732 fps | 585 fps | 468 fps | 380 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 667 fps | 534 fps | 427 fps | 347 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 603 fps | 482 fps | 386 fps | 313 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 516 fps | 413 fps | 331 fps | 269 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 374 fps | 300 fps | 240 fps | 195 fps |
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To run this game smoothly, an entry-level GPU such as the GTX 1650 or RX 6500 XT is recommended. Given its minimal graphical requirements, performance is accessible even on lower-end systems, making it a great choice for gamers with modest setups. With just 2 GB of RAM, the game is designed to be lightweight, allowing for smooth gameplay without requiring high-end hardware.
For those on a GTX 1650 or similar, targeting 1080p at medium settings should deliver a solid experience, while optimizing for lower resolutions can help maintain high frame rates. Players with more powerful GPUs can comfortably push the settings higher, enjoying the unique art style and fluid flight mechanics without significant performance drops. Overall, it's an easy recommendation for casual gamers looking to explore an indie title with engaging gameplay mechanics.
Performance profile
November 2019 release. Down Ward 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.
Action titles like Down Ward reward high framerates for visual clarity during combat. A mid-range modern GPU at 1440p 60–120 FPS is the practical sweet spot; VRR (G-Sync/FreeSync) smooths out drops during heavy effects.
Extremely light — Down Ward 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.
