Second Death
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Second Death FPS by GPU
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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 | 925 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 900 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 850 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 954 fps | 775 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 862 fps | 700 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 999 fps | 923 fps | 738 fps | 600 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 837 fps | 669 fps | 535 fps | 435 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 | 919 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 969 fps | 788 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 999 fps | 854 fps | 694 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 831 fps | 675 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 981 fps | 785 fps | 638 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 894 fps | 715 fps | 581 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 808 fps | 646 fps | 525 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 865 fps | 692 fps | 554 fps | 450 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 627 fps | 502 fps | 402 fps | 326 fps |
4K performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 840 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 960 fps | 780 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 999 fps | 862 fps | 700 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 812 fps | 660 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 954 fps | 763 fps | 620 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 942 fps | 754 fps | 603 fps | 490 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 808 fps | 646 fps | 517 fps | 420 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 712 fps | 569 fps | 455 fps | 370 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 692 fps | 554 fps | 443 fps | 360 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 654 fps | 523 fps | 418 fps | 340 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 596 fps | 477 fps | 382 fps | 310 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 538 fps | 431 fps | 345 fps | 280 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 462 fps | 369 fps | 295 fps | 240 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 335 fps | 268 fps | 214 fps | 174 fps |
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About
Second Death, released in 2016, is an indie adventure RPG that immerses players in a survival experience as they navigate from a beach to a volcano's peak. The game's unique premise involves scavenging for food, shelter, and equipment, making it an engaging blend of exploration and strategy. Its distinctive art style and survival mechanics set it apart in the indie gaming landscape.
In terms of PC performance, Second Death is quite accessible, requiring only an entry-level GPU with a minimum score of around 1000 to ensure satisfactory performance. Players can expect respectable frames per second (FPS) on low to medium graphics settings, even with systems that have as little as 1 GB of RAM. For optimal performance, a dedicated GPU from the entry-level tier, such as the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 or AMD Radeon RX 550, is recommended to enhance the overall gaming experience.
For those who enjoy adventure and survival mechanics in their RPGs, Second Death is a solid choice worth exploring. While it may not be the most graphically intensive game, its compelling gameplay and unique setting make it a worthwhile addition to the library of any indie game enthusiast.
Performance profile
Released in August 2016, Second Death 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 Second Death 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 — Second Death 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.
