What GPU do I need to run Gauntlet?

The minimum GPU requirement for Gauntlet is Nvidia GeForce 9800. For smoother performance at higher settings, a more powerful graphics card is recommended.

What are the system requirements for Gauntlet?

The minimum system requirements for Gauntlet are: CPU: 2.4 GHz Dual Core, GPU: Nvidia GeForce 9800, RAM: 4 GB.

Can I play Gauntlet at 60 FPS?

To achieve 60 FPS in Gauntlet at medium-to-high settings, you typically need at least an entry-level GPU (e.g. GTX 1650 or RX 6500 XT). Use the FPS estimator on this page to check your specific GPU.

Gauntlet

67/100

62 ratings2014Easy to run

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1080p performance

Gauntlet estimated FPS at 1080p across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
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	886 fps
RTX 4070	999 fps	999 fps	935 fps	760 fps
RX 7800 XT	999 fps	999 fps	824 fps	669 fps
RTX 3080	999 fps	999 fps	801 fps	651 fps
RTX 4060 Ti	999 fps	946 fps	757 fps	615 fps
RTX 3070	999 fps	863 fps	690 fps	561 fps
RTX 4060	974 fps	779 fps	623 fps	506 fps
RTX 3060	835 fps	668 fps	534 fps	434 fps
GTX 1660 Super	605 fps	484 fps	387 fps	315 fps

1440p performance

Gauntlet estimated FPS at 1440p across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
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	950 fps
RTX 5080	999 fps	999 fps	999 fps	895 fps
RTX 4080 Super	999 fps	999 fps	999 fps	841 fps
RTX 4070 Ti	999 fps	999 fps	818 fps	665 fps
RTX 4070	999 fps	877 fps	701 fps	570 fps
RX 7800 XT	965 fps	772 fps	618 fps	502 fps
RTX 3080	939 fps	751 fps	601 fps	488 fps
RTX 4060 Ti	887 fps	710 fps	568 fps	461 fps
RTX 3070	809 fps	647 fps	518 fps	421 fps
RTX 4060	731 fps	584 fps	468 fps	380 fps
RTX 3060	626 fps	501 fps	401 fps	326 fps
GTX 1660 Super	454 fps	363 fps	291 fps	236 fps

4K performance

Gauntlet estimated FPS at 4K across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPU	low	medium	high	ultra
RTX 5090	999 fps	935 fps	748 fps	608 fps
RTX 4090	999 fps	868 fps	695 fps	564 fps
RX 7900 XTX	974 fps	779 fps	623 fps	506 fps
RTX 5080	918 fps	735 fps	588 fps	478 fps
RTX 4080 Super	863 fps	690 fps	552 fps	449 fps
RTX 4070 Ti	682 fps	545 fps	436 fps	355 fps
RTX 4070	584 fps	468 fps	374 fps	304 fps
RX 7800 XT	515 fps	412 fps	329 fps	268 fps
RTX 3080	501 fps	401 fps	321 fps	260 fps
RTX 4060 Ti	473 fps	378 fps	303 fps	246 fps
RTX 3070	431 fps	345 fps	276 fps	224 fps
RTX 4060	390 fps	312 fps	249 fps	203 fps
RTX 3060	334 fps	267 fps	214 fps	174 fps
GTX 1660 Super	242 fps	194 fps	155 fps	126 fps

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About

Gauntlet (2014) brings the beloved classic dungeon crawler genre back to life with its intense 4-player co-op action. Players choose from four distinct heroes to battle through hordes of monsters in both locally and online multiplayer mode. The game features uniquely designed levels alongside randomly generated ones, making each dungeon run a fresh experience filled with treasure and glory.

When it comes to performance, Gauntlet is relatively accessible, requiring only an entry-level GPU (approximately 444 points) to meet the minimum requirements. This means that even budget builds can achieve decent FPS rates, allowing for a smooth experience with lower graphics settings. For players seeking optimal performance, a mid-range GPU will provide improved visuals and framerate stability, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.

Given its 67/100 rating and engaging co-op gameplay, Gauntlet is worth a try for fans of the genre. While it may not redefine dungeon crawlers, its blend of action and teamwork offers a fun experience, especially if you enjoy playing with friends.

Performance profile

Released in September 2014, Gauntlet sits in the DirectX 11 generation. Comfortable on any modern mid-range GPU at 1440p; even an RTX 3050 or RX 6600 typically delivers 4K60 at High settings.

Extremely light — Gauntlet 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.

Storyline

For ages, fool-hardy adventurers have been lured by promises of countless treasures in the depths of the Gauntlet, yet none have ever made it out alive. The corrupt wizard Morak conjures minions and devious traps against would-be champions and taunts them all along the way. But a new group of heroes looks to succeed where all others have failed. Warrior, Valkryie, Elf, and Wizard – each has their own reason for entering the Gauntlet but all four are bound together for one goal: to survive the Gauntlet and claim the ultimate prize!