Fear the Dark Unknown
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1080p performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 862 fps | 700 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 800 fps | 650 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 897 fps | 718 fps | 583 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 846 fps | 677 fps | 550 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 994 fps | 795 fps | 636 fps | 517 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 785 fps | 628 fps | 503 fps | 408 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 673 fps | 538 fps | 431 fps | 350 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 593 fps | 474 fps | 379 fps | 308 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 577 fps | 462 fps | 369 fps | 300 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 545 fps | 436 fps | 349 fps | 283 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 497 fps | 397 fps | 318 fps | 258 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 449 fps | 359 fps | 287 fps | 233 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 385 fps | 308 fps | 246 fps | 200 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 279 fps | 223 fps | 178 fps | 145 fps |
1440p performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 808 fps | 646 fps | 525 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 938 fps | 750 fps | 600 fps | 488 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 841 fps | 673 fps | 538 fps | 438 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 793 fps | 635 fps | 508 fps | 413 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 745 fps | 596 fps | 477 fps | 388 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 589 fps | 471 fps | 377 fps | 306 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 505 fps | 404 fps | 323 fps | 263 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 445 fps | 356 fps | 285 fps | 231 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 433 fps | 346 fps | 277 fps | 225 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 409 fps | 327 fps | 262 fps | 213 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 373 fps | 298 fps | 238 fps | 194 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 337 fps | 269 fps | 215 fps | 175 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 288 fps | 231 fps | 185 fps | 150 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 209 fps | 167 fps | 134 fps | 109 fps |
4K performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 538 fps | 431 fps | 345 fps | 280 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 500 fps | 400 fps | 320 fps | 260 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 449 fps | 359 fps | 287 fps | 233 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 423 fps | 338 fps | 271 fps | 220 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 397 fps | 318 fps | 254 fps | 207 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 314 fps | 251 fps | 201 fps | 163 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 269 fps | 215 fps | 172 fps | 140 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 237 fps | 190 fps | 152 fps | 123 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 231 fps | 185 fps | 148 fps | 120 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 218 fps | 174 fps | 139 fps | 113 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 199 fps | 159 fps | 127 fps | 103 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 179 fps | 144 fps | 115 fps | 93 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 154 fps | 123 fps | 98 fps | 80 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 112 fps | 89 fps | 71 fps | 58 fps |
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About
"Fear the Dark Unknown," released in 2019, is an action-adventure indie game that immerses players in a survival narrative where James and Chloe must navigate the unsettling challenges posed by the titular Dark Unknown. With a blend of exploration and a gripping storyline, the game aims to create a tense atmosphere that keeps players engaged as the clock counts down to potential peril.
In terms of PC performance, "Fear the Dark Unknown" has relatively modest hardware requirements, making it accessible for many gamers. To achieve smooth gameplay, a minimum entry-level GPU with a score of around 3900 and a CPU score of approximately 3007 is recommended. Players should expect decent FPS even on lower settings, making it a compatible choice for those with budget-friendly rigs that fit within the mid-range GPU tier.
While the game's rating stands at 60/100, its unique blend of action and indie elements may appeal to fans of the genre. If you're drawn to survival narratives and can overlook some performance limitations, "Fear the Dark Unknown" could be worth a try, especially for those seeking a different gaming experience.
Performance profile
December 2019 release. Fear the Dark Unknown 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.
Fear the Dark Unknown is a narrative-driven experience — a rock-solid 60 FPS is plenty. Prioritise resolution and image quality (AA, anisotropic filtering) over chasing high-refresh framerates.
Entry-level hardware target. A GTX 1650 or RX 6500 XT reaches 60 FPS at 1080p Medium in Fear the Dark Unknown; an RTX 4060 comfortably sustains 1440p Ultra. 4K Ultra 60 FPS needs an RTX 4070 or better.
Storyline
"It is said that our worst fears come from within. But... What if there were a greater fear than we are capable of conceiving? What if that terror were much closer than we think? Suffering is the only way. Fear is a necessary evil." What kind of curse does the Beresford mansion keep inside? For 200 years its inhabitants have suffered the consequences of an unknown shadow, a dark being who walks among us, and whose existence extends beyond what we imagine. Now James and Chloe will face the ultimate test of their lives. They will know the true horror. The suffering of a father. The despair of a daughter. The clock is ticking and the survival game can no longer be stopped.
