Fear of the Dark
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1080p performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 522 fps | 418 fps | 334 fps | 272 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 485 fps | 388 fps | 310 fps | 252 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 435 fps | 348 fps | 278 fps | 226 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 410 fps | 328 fps | 263 fps | 213 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 385 fps | 308 fps | 247 fps | 200 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 305 fps | 244 fps | 195 fps | 158 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 261 fps | 209 fps | 167 fps | 136 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 230 fps | 184 fps | 147 fps | 120 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 224 fps | 179 fps | 143 fps | 116 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 211 fps | 169 fps | 135 fps | 110 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 193 fps | 154 fps | 123 fps | 100 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 174 fps | 139 fps | 111 fps | 91 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 149 fps | 119 fps | 95 fps | 78 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 108 fps | 87 fps | 69 fps | 56 fps |
1440p performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 392 fps | 313 fps | 251 fps | 204 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 364 fps | 291 fps | 233 fps | 189 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 326 fps | 261 fps | 209 fps | 170 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 308 fps | 246 fps | 197 fps | 160 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 289 fps | 231 fps | 185 fps | 150 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 228 fps | 183 fps | 146 fps | 119 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 196 fps | 157 fps | 125 fps | 102 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 172 fps | 138 fps | 110 fps | 90 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 168 fps | 134 fps | 107 fps | 87 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 159 fps | 127 fps | 101 fps | 82 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 145 fps | 116 fps | 92 fps | 75 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 131 fps | 104 fps | 84 fps | 68 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 112 fps | 90 fps | 72 fps | 58 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 81 fps | 65 fps | 52 fps | 42 fps |
4K performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 209 fps | 167 fps | 134 fps | 109 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 194 fps | 155 fps | 124 fps | 101 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 174 fps | 139 fps | 111 fps | 91 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 164 fps | 131 fps | 105 fps | 85 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 154 fps | 123 fps | 99 fps | 80 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 122 fps | 97 fps | 78 fps | 63 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 104 fps | 84 fps | 67 fps | 54 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 92 fps | 74 fps | 59 fps | 48 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 90 fps | 72 fps | 57 fps | 47 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 85 fps | 68 fps | 54 fps | 44 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 77 fps | 62 fps | 49 fps | 40 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 70 fps | 56 fps | 45 fps | 36 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 60 fps | 48 fps | 38 fps | 31 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 43 fps | 35 fps | 28 fps | 22 fps |
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About
"Fear of the Dark," released in 2020, is a retro 16-bit indie adventure that serves as a tribute to classic survival horror games from the late '90s. With its atmospheric gameplay and engaging narrative, players find themselves immersed in a world filled with suspense and challenging mechanics. This title skillfully blends elements of action and RPG, drawing in both nostalgic gamers and newcomers alike who appreciate the retro aesthetic and engaging storytelling.
In terms of performance, "Fear of the Dark" is relatively accessible, with a minimum GPU requirement of a mid-range graphics card, ideally one scoring around 10,055 on benchmark tests. Players can expect smooth gameplay at decent FPS with hardware such as the Nvidia GTX 1050 or AMD Radeon RX 560. For optimal performance, a setup with at least 4 GB of RAM is recommended, allowing players to adjust graphics settings without sacrificing frame rates.
If you’re a fan of survival horror or retro gaming, "Fear of the Dark" comes highly recommended. It offers not only a captivating experience but also a nostalgic nod to the genre's roots, making it a worthy addition to any PC gaming library.
Performance profile
Released in June 2020, Fear of the Dark 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.
RPGs like Fear of the Dark 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.
Mid-range territory. An RTX 3060 or RX 6700 XT delivers 60 FPS at 1080p High in Fear of the Dark. For 1440p Ultra you'll want an RTX 4060 Ti / RX 7700 XT; 4K Ultra needs an RTX 4070 Ti or faster.
Storyline
Everyone is afraid of what lurks in the dark... Especially the residents of New Yorkshire, a supposedly peaceful town - that is until it's suddenly running rampant with ghouls and ghosts! And somehow you are the center to solving this madness, which would be easier said than done if you knew why you found yourself drawn to this hellish city! Seeking refuge at the local High School, you meet up with a torn bunch of survivors who are sceptical of your arrival but depend on your help. Can you figure out the mystery before the zombies or, indeed themselves, tear themselves to shreds?!
