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Our Darker Purpose

Our Darker Purpose

80/100
2 ratings2014Easy to run

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1080p performance

Our Darker Purpose estimated FPS at 1080p across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPUlowmediumhighultra
RTX 5090999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4090999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RX 7900 XTX999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 5080999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4080 Super999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4070 Ti999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4070999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RX 7800 XT999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 3080999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4060 Ti999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 3070999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4060999 fps999 fps999 fps963 fps
RTX 3060999 fps999 fps999 fps825 fps
GTX 1660 Super999 fps921 fps737 fps598 fps

1440p performance

Our Darker Purpose estimated FPS at 1440p across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPUlowmediumhighultra
RTX 5090999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4090999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RX 7900 XTX999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 5080999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4080 Super999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4070 Ti999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4070999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RX 7800 XT999 fps999 fps999 fps954 fps
RTX 3080999 fps999 fps999 fps929 fps
RTX 4060 Ti999 fps999 fps999 fps877 fps
RTX 3070999 fps999 fps984 fps800 fps
RTX 4060999 fps999 fps889 fps722 fps
RTX 3060999 fps952 fps762 fps619 fps
GTX 1660 Super863 fps690 fps552 fps449 fps

4K performance

Our Darker Purpose estimated FPS at 4K across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPUlowmediumhighultra
RTX 5090999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4090999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RX 7900 XTX999 fps999 fps999 fps963 fps
RTX 5080999 fps999 fps999 fps908 fps
RTX 4080 Super999 fps999 fps999 fps853 fps
RTX 4070 Ti999 fps999 fps830 fps674 fps
RTX 4070999 fps889 fps711 fps578 fps
RX 7800 XT979 fps783 fps626 fps509 fps
RTX 3080952 fps762 fps610 fps495 fps
RTX 4060 Ti899 fps720 fps576 fps468 fps
RTX 3070820 fps656 fps525 fps426 fps
RTX 4060741 fps593 fps474 fps385 fps
RTX 3060635 fps508 fps406 fps330 fps
GTX 1660 Super460 fps368 fps295 fps239 fps

Minimum Hardware

Graphics Card
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X1950 Pro, 7900 GT

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Processor
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1.6 Ghz

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Memory
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2 GB

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Genres

Role-playing (RPG)Indie

About

"Our Darker Purpose," released in 2014, is a captivating top-down rogue-like action RPG that immerses players in a fascinating blend of retro and modern gameplay influences. Drawing inspiration from classic titles like "A Link to the Past" and "The Binding of Isaac," the game features inventive mechanics and a bizarre storyline that keeps players engaged as they explore procedurally generated levels filled with challenges and unique enemies.

When it comes to PC performance, "Our Darker Purpose" is relatively accessible, making it suitable for a wide range of hardware. With a minimum GPU requirement of an entry-level graphics card (minimum score of around 113), most players can expect a solid FPS performance even on lower-end systems. For optimal graphics settings and a smoother gaming experience, a mid-tier GPU along with at least 2 GB RAM is recommended, allowing players to enjoy this intriguing title without significant performance issues.

For fans of indie and RPG genres, "Our Darker Purpose" comes highly recommended, boasting an impressive rating of 80/100. Its unique blend of mechanics and engaging gameplay offers an enjoyable experience that is sure to appeal to those who appreciate innovative storytelling and gameplay depth in their gaming adventures.

Performance profile

Released in January 2014, Our Darker Purpose 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.

RPGs like Our Darker Purpose 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 — Our Darker Purpose 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

When her teacher stepped out of the classroom a month ago, Cordy never imagined he would be gone for good. Now her fellow students have turned on each other as the school descends into chaos. Cordy must battle feral classmates and dangerous creatures as she ascends to the cruel Administrators’ offices atop the Edgewood Home for Lost Children.

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