Dragon Slayer
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Dragon Slayer 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 | 869 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 916 fps | 745 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 999 fps | 807 fps | 656 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 982 fps | 785 fps | 638 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 927 fps | 742 fps | 603 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 845 fps | 676 fps | 550 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 955 fps | 764 fps | 611 fps | 496 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 818 fps | 655 fps | 524 fps | 425 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 593 fps | 475 fps | 380 fps | 308 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 | 931 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 878 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 824 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 802 fps | 651 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 859 fps | 687 fps | 558 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 946 fps | 757 fps | 605 fps | 492 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 920 fps | 736 fps | 589 fps | 479 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 869 fps | 695 fps | 556 fps | 452 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 793 fps | 634 fps | 507 fps | 412 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 716 fps | 573 fps | 458 fps | 372 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 614 fps | 491 fps | 393 fps | 319 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 445 fps | 356 fps | 285 fps | 231 fps |
4K performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 916 fps | 733 fps | 596 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 851 fps | 681 fps | 553 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 955 fps | 764 fps | 611 fps | 496 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 900 fps | 720 fps | 576 fps | 468 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 845 fps | 676 fps | 541 fps | 440 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 668 fps | 535 fps | 428 fps | 347 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 573 fps | 458 fps | 367 fps | 298 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 505 fps | 404 fps | 323 fps | 262 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 491 fps | 393 fps | 314 fps | 255 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 464 fps | 371 fps | 297 fps | 241 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 423 fps | 338 fps | 271 fps | 220 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 382 fps | 305 fps | 244 fps | 199 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 327 fps | 262 fps | 209 fps | 170 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 237 fps | 190 fps | 152 fps | 123 fps |
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About
"Dragon Slayer," released in 1984, is a pioneering action RPG developed by Nihon Falcom and designed by Yoshio Kiya. Notable for its innovative blend of action and role-playing elements, the game helped lay the groundwork for the genre in Japan, influencing countless sequels and franchises that followed. With its engaging gameplay and seminal status, "Dragon Slayer" holds a special place in gaming history.
When it comes to PC performance, "Dragon Slayer" is quite accessible, requiring only an entry-level GPU with a minimum score of around 500 to achieve playable FPS. With just 2 GB of RAM, most contemporary systems can run the game smoothly on lower graphics settings, making it easy for players to experience this classic without the need for high-end hardware. Even basic GPUs can deliver respectable performance, allowing gamers to enjoy the nostalgia of this early RPG without significant system demands.
Should you play "Dragon Slayer"? With a rating of 60/100, it may not be a top contender in today’s standards, but its historical significance and role in shaping the RPG genre make it worth exploring for enthusiasts. If you appreciate retro gaming and the origins of action RPGs, this title provides a fascinating glimpse into the past.
Performance profile
Released in October 1984, Dragon Slayer 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.
RPGs like Dragon Slayer 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 — Dragon Slayer 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.
