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Shadwen

Shadwen

66/100
6 ratings2016Easy to run

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1080p performance

Shadwen 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 fps936 fps
RTX 4070999 fps999 fps987 fps802 fps
RX 7800 XT999 fps999 fps870 fps707 fps
RTX 3080999 fps999 fps846 fps688 fps
RTX 4060 Ti999 fps999 fps799 fps649 fps
RTX 3070999 fps911 fps729 fps592 fps
RTX 4060999 fps823 fps658 fps535 fps
RTX 3060881 fps705 fps564 fps458 fps
GTX 1660 Super639 fps511 fps409 fps332 fps

1440p performance

Shadwen 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 fps945 fps
RTX 4080 Super999 fps999 fps999 fps888 fps
RTX 4070 Ti999 fps999 fps864 fps702 fps
RTX 4070999 fps926 fps740 fps602 fps
RX 7800 XT999 fps815 fps652 fps530 fps
RTX 3080992 fps793 fps635 fps516 fps
RTX 4060 Ti937 fps749 fps599 fps487 fps
RTX 3070854 fps683 fps547 fps444 fps
RTX 4060771 fps617 fps494 fps401 fps
RTX 3060661 fps529 fps423 fps344 fps
GTX 1660 Super479 fps383 fps307 fps249 fps

4K performance

Shadwen estimated FPS at 4K across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPUlowmediumhighultra
RTX 5090999 fps987 fps790 fps642 fps
RTX 4090999 fps917 fps733 fps596 fps
RX 7900 XTX999 fps823 fps658 fps535 fps
RTX 5080970 fps776 fps621 fps504 fps
RTX 4080 Super911 fps729 fps583 fps474 fps
RTX 4070 Ti720 fps576 fps461 fps374 fps
RTX 4070617 fps494 fps395 fps321 fps
RX 7800 XT544 fps435 fps348 fps283 fps
RTX 3080529 fps423 fps338 fps275 fps
RTX 4060 Ti500 fps400 fps320 fps260 fps
RTX 3070455 fps364 fps291 fps237 fps
RTX 4060411 fps329 fps263 fps214 fps
RTX 3060353 fps282 fps226 fps183 fps
GTX 1660 Super256 fps205 fps164 fps133 fps

Minimum Hardware

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NVIDIA GeForce 260 / Radeon HD 4000 Series / Intel HD Graphics 4000

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Processor
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Intel Core i3/i5/i7 1.8 GHz CPU dual-core. AMD 2.0 GHz dual-core.

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Memory
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4 GB

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About

Shadwen, released in 2016, is a stealth-based action-adventure game that challenges players to remain unseen while navigating a treacherous world filled with ruthless guards. The game's unique mechanic requires players to strategize and plan their every move carefully, especially when a young orphan girl named Lily accompanies the protagonist on her quest to assassinate the king. This focus on stealth sets Shadwen apart from more action-oriented titles, giving it a distinct place in the gaming landscape.

In terms of PC performance, Shadwen is relatively accessible for most gamers. With a minimum requirement of an entry-level GPU scoring around 303 and just 4 GB of RAM, players can expect decent performance without needing high-end hardware. For optimal frame rates, targeting a mid-tier GPU can ensure smoother gameplay and improved FPS, especially when adjusting graphics settings to enhance visual fidelity while maintaining performance stability.

Should you play Shadwen? With a rating of 66/100, the game may not appeal to everyone, but if you enjoy stealth games and appreciate a compelling narrative, it’s worth a try. Its unique gameplay mechanics and engaging story create an experience that can capture the attention of fans within the genre.

Performance profile

Released in May 2016, Shadwen 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.

Shadwen is a narrative-driven experience — a rock-solid 60 FPS is plenty. Prioritise resolution and image quality (AA, anisotropic filtering) over chasing high-refresh framerates.

Extremely light — Shadwen 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.

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