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Parallel

Parallel

2018Easy to run

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Parallel FPS by GPU

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1080p performance

Parallel estimated FPS at 1080p across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPUlowmediumhighultra
RTX 5090999 fps940 fps752 fps611 fps
RTX 4090999 fps872 fps698 fps567 fps
RX 7900 XTX979 fps783 fps626 fps509 fps
RTX 5080923 fps738 fps591 fps480 fps
RTX 4080 Super867 fps694 fps555 fps451 fps
RTX 4070 Ti685 fps548 fps438 fps356 fps
RTX 4070587 fps470 fps376 fps305 fps
RX 7800 XT517 fps414 fps331 fps269 fps
RTX 3080503 fps403 fps322 fps262 fps
RTX 4060 Ti475 fps380 fps304 fps247 fps
RTX 3070433 fps347 fps277 fps225 fps
RTX 4060391 fps313 fps251 fps204 fps
RTX 3060336 fps268 fps215 fps174 fps
GTX 1660 Super243 fps195 fps156 fps127 fps

1440p performance

Parallel estimated FPS at 1440p across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPUlowmediumhighultra
RTX 5090881 fps705 fps564 fps458 fps
RTX 4090818 fps654 fps523 fps425 fps
RX 7900 XTX734 fps587 fps470 fps382 fps
RTX 5080692 fps554 fps443 fps360 fps
RTX 4080 Super650 fps520 fps416 fps338 fps
RTX 4070 Ti514 fps411 fps329 fps267 fps
RTX 4070440 fps352 fps282 fps229 fps
RX 7800 XT388 fps310 fps248 fps202 fps
RTX 3080378 fps302 fps242 fps196 fps
RTX 4060 Ti357 fps285 fps228 fps185 fps
RTX 3070325 fps260 fps208 fps169 fps
RTX 4060294 fps235 fps188 fps153 fps
RTX 3060252 fps201 fps161 fps131 fps
GTX 1660 Super182 fps146 fps117 fps95 fps

4K performance

Parallel estimated FPS at 4K across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPUlowmediumhighultra
RTX 5090470 fps376 fps301 fps244 fps
RTX 4090436 fps349 fps279 fps227 fps
RX 7900 XTX391 fps313 fps251 fps204 fps
RTX 5080369 fps295 fps236 fps192 fps
RTX 4080 Super347 fps277 fps222 fps180 fps
RTX 4070 Ti274 fps219 fps175 fps143 fps
RTX 4070235 fps188 fps150 fps122 fps
RX 7800 XT207 fps166 fps132 fps108 fps
RTX 3080201 fps161 fps129 fps105 fps
RTX 4060 Ti190 fps152 fps122 fps99 fps
RTX 3070173 fps139 fps111 fps90 fps
RTX 4060157 fps125 fps100 fps81 fps
RTX 3060134 fps107 fps86 fps70 fps
GTX 1660 Super97 fps78 fps62 fps51 fps

Minimum Hardware

Graphics Card
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GeForce GTX 670 / GeForce GTX 1050 / AMD Radeon HD 7870

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Processor
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Intel Core i5-4440 or equivalent

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8 GB

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Genres

ActionAdventureIndieRole-playing (RPG)

About

Parallel, released in 2018, is a distinctive action-adventure indie game that combines stylish neon graphics with innovative puzzle-platforming mechanics. Players control two characters simultaneously, navigating through intricately designed levels that require careful timing and strategy. This unique dual-character control not only sets Parallel apart in its genre but also creates a captivating experience that challenges players' problem-solving skills.

In terms of PC performance, Parallel is relatively accessible, with minimum hardware requirements that include an entry-level GPU, achieving a score of around 5046. To achieve a smooth gaming experience, players should consider GPUs from the lower mid-range tier, such as the NVIDIA GTX 1050 or equivalent. With a minimum of 8 GB of RAM, gamers can expect reasonable FPS performance even at moderate graphics settings, making it a feasible option for those with basic gaming rigs.

Given its engaging gameplay and positive reception, Parallel is highly recommended for fans of action and indie games alike. Its blend of vibrant visuals and challenging puzzles makes it an intriguing choice, especially for players looking to enjoy a unique gaming experience while keeping system requirements manageable.

Performance profile

June 2018 release. Parallel 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.

RPGs like Parallel 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.

Entry-level hardware target. A GTX 1650 or RX 6500 XT reaches 60 FPS at 1080p Medium in Parallel; an RTX 4060 comfortably sustains 1440p Ultra. 4K Ultra 60 FPS needs an RTX 4070 or better.

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