Shadow Codex
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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 | 971 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 885 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 984 fps | 799 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 843 fps | 685 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 955 fps | 764 fps | 611 fps | 497 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 | 899 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 999 fps | 975 fps | 792 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 949 fps | 771 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 896 fps | 728 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 817 fps | 664 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 922 fps | 738 fps | 600 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 988 fps | 791 fps | 633 fps | 514 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 717 fps | 573 fps | 459 fps | 373 fps |
4K performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 959 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 891 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 999 fps | 984 fps | 799 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 928 fps | 754 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 999 fps | 871 fps | 708 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 861 fps | 689 fps | 560 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 922 fps | 738 fps | 590 fps | 480 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 813 fps | 650 fps | 520 fps | 423 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 791 fps | 633 fps | 506 fps | 411 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 747 fps | 597 fps | 478 fps | 388 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 681 fps | 545 fps | 436 fps | 354 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 615 fps | 492 fps | 394 fps | 320 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 527 fps | 422 fps | 337 fps | 274 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 382 fps | 306 fps | 245 fps | 199 fps |
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Shadow Codex
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Minimum Hardware
Intel HD Graphics 5500 (Broadwell), AMD Radeon R5 Graphics (Kaveri)
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About
For smooth gameplay in this RPG, an entry-level GPU like the GTX 1650 or RX 6500 XT is sufficient. This title is designed to be accessible, so even integrated graphics found in modern processors could handle it at lower settings. However, to enjoy the game at 1080p with medium settings, a dedicated GPU will provide a more stable frame rate and a better visual experience.
Players with mid-range graphics cards, such as the GTX 1660 or RX 580, can comfortably target higher settings at 1080p. Those with higher-end GPUs like the RTX 2060 or RX 5700 will be able to run it at 1440p with enhanced effects. Overall, this game is not particularly demanding, making it a great choice for casual gamers or those with budget builds looking for enjoyable gameplay without the need for high-end hardware.
Performance profile
March 2019 release. Shadow Codex 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.
As a strategy title, Shadow Codex is typically CPU-bound rather than GPU-bound — single-thread CPU performance dictates framerate during large-scale battles, end-game saves and late-game AI turns. A fast modern 6-core will help more than a GPU upgrade.
Extremely light — Shadow Codex 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
In Shadow Codex, turn-based combat is accomplished by spelling words on a shared game board of letters. Pick letters and chain them to an adjacent letter to form a valid word. Each word you spell will earn a certain score. This score is added to your "action points." If you reach a certain amount as defined by your equipped weapon, you will gain a weapon attack to use in a future turn. Rarer letters and longer words give big scores where you can potentially gain extra turns or numerous attacks! Gems on letters will double the score! In addition to word-spelling, you can also cast powerful spells. These spells can change letters on the game board, heal you, damage your enemy, and can be learned by defeating foes and completing quests.
