God of War: Chains of Olympus
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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 | 838 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 884 fps | 718 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 974 fps | 779 fps | 633 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 947 fps | 758 fps | 616 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 895 fps | 716 fps | 582 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 816 fps | 653 fps | 530 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 921 fps | 737 fps | 589 fps | 479 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 789 fps | 632 fps | 505 fps | 411 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 572 fps | 458 fps | 366 fps | 298 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 | 898 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 847 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 999 fps | 979 fps | 795 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 967 fps | 774 fps | 629 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 829 fps | 663 fps | 539 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 913 fps | 730 fps | 584 fps | 475 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 888 fps | 711 fps | 568 fps | 462 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 839 fps | 671 fps | 537 fps | 436 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 765 fps | 612 fps | 489 fps | 398 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 691 fps | 553 fps | 442 fps | 359 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 592 fps | 474 fps | 379 fps | 308 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 429 fps | 343 fps | 275 fps | 223 fps |
4K performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 884 fps | 707 fps | 575 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 821 fps | 657 fps | 534 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 921 fps | 737 fps | 589 fps | 479 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 868 fps | 695 fps | 556 fps | 452 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 816 fps | 653 fps | 522 fps | 424 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 645 fps | 516 fps | 413 fps | 335 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 553 fps | 442 fps | 354 fps | 287 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 487 fps | 389 fps | 312 fps | 253 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 474 fps | 379 fps | 303 fps | 246 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 447 fps | 358 fps | 286 fps | 233 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 408 fps | 326 fps | 261 fps | 212 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 368 fps | 295 fps | 236 fps | 192 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 316 fps | 253 fps | 202 fps | 164 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 229 fps | 183 fps | 147 fps | 119 fps |
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About
"God of War: Chains of Olympus," released in 2008, marks Kratos's debut on portable platforms and serves as a prequel to the original series. This action-adventure game features the signature hack-and-slash gameplay that fans love, combined with engaging storytelling and stunning graphics for a handheld device. Players control the Spartan warrior as he navigates a mythological world filled with challenging enemies and intricate puzzles, offering a captivating experience that expands upon Kratos's rich lore.
When it comes to PC performance, "Chains of Olympus" is relatively accessible, requiring only an entry-level GPU with a minimum score of around 600 and 1 GB of RAM to function smoothly. This allows players with basic hardware to achieve decent frame rates, making it an ideal choice for those seeking immersive gameplay without breaking the bank. Players can expect solid FPS performance even on mid-range systems when optimizing their graphics settings accordingly.
Given its rating of 77/100 and its well-received blend of adventure and hack-and-slash elements, "God of War: Chains of Olympus" is definitely worth playing. If you're a fan of the genre or the series, this title provides a fulfilling experience that is both nostalgic and engaging.
Performance profile
March 2008 release. God of War: Chains of Olympus targets mid-2000s-to-early-2010s hardware — any modern entry-level GPU (GTX 1650 tier or newer integrated graphics) handles it at 1080p Ultra without breaking a sweat.
God of War: Chains of Olympus 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.
Extremely light — God of War: Chains of Olympus 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
Set halfway through Kratos' ten years of servitude to the Gods, Chains of Olympus begins with Kratos being dispatched to the city of Attica to help defend it from the invading Persian army. Soon after his arrival, the Spartan spots a basilisk climbing over the city walls and gives chase. During his chase, Kratos confronts the Persian King inside the city and kills him. Taking the King's power to summon the Efreet, he then encounters the basilisk and kills it. After defeating the basilisk, he witnesses the sun fall from the sky, plunging the world into darkness. Following the dim remaining light on the horizon, Kratos fights his way through the city of Marathon, along the way encountering the black fog of Morpheus, which now covers the land in darkness.
