Primal Fears
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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 | 999 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 857 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 999 fps | 956 fps | 765 fps | 621 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 | 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 | 999 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 991 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 964 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 911 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 830 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 923 fps | 750 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 999 fps | 989 fps | 791 fps | 643 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 896 fps | 717 fps | 574 fps | 466 fps |
4K 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 | 943 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 886 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 862 fps | 700 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 923 fps | 738 fps | 600 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 813 fps | 651 fps | 529 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 989 fps | 791 fps | 633 fps | 514 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 934 fps | 747 fps | 598 fps | 486 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 852 fps | 681 fps | 545 fps | 443 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 769 fps | 615 fps | 492 fps | 400 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 659 fps | 527 fps | 422 fps | 343 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 478 fps | 382 fps | 306 fps | 249 fps |
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Minimum Hardware
Shader 3.0 or better, NVIDIA 9800 GT 512MB RAM or better, ATI 4850HD 512MB RAM or better
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About
"Primal Fears," released in 2013, is an action-packed indie game that thrusts players into a chaotic world transformed by a mysterious chemical known as pharGONe. As you battle through multiple levels, you'll face various challenges that require strategic upgrades, all while competing against friends and unraveling the enigma behind the world's upheaval. With its unique premise and engaging gameplay mechanics, it offers a distinctive experience in the indie gaming landscape.
When it comes to PC performance, "Primal Fears" is designed to be accessible, running well even on entry-level hardware. The minimum GPU requirement is quite low, making it feasible to achieve a playable FPS on systems with a GPU score around 24. Players with more capable graphics cards will likely enjoy smoother gameplay, even with higher graphics settings, making the overall experience more enjoyable and visually appealing.
Given its average rating of 50/100, "Primal Fears" may not stand out as a top-tier title, but its indie charm and engaging action mechanics make it worth a try for fans of the genre. If you're looking for a game that provides straightforward gameplay and cooperative competition with friends, this title could provide some fun without requiring high-end PC performance.
Performance profile
Released in January 2013, Primal Fears 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.
Action titles like Primal Fears reward high framerates for visual clarity during combat. A mid-range modern GPU at 1440p 60–120 FPS is the practical sweet spot; VRR (G-Sync/FreeSync) smooths out drops during heavy effects.
Extremely light — Primal Fears 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.
