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Shard

Shard

2019Easy to run

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1080p performance

Shard 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 fps999 fps
RTX 4070999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RX 7800 XT999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 3080999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4060 Ti999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 3070999 fps999 fps999 fps923 fps
RTX 4060999 fps999 fps999 fps834 fps
RTX 3060999 fps999 fps879 fps715 fps
GTX 1660 Super996 fps797 fps638 fps518 fps

1440p performance

Shard 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 fps999 fps
RTX 4080 Super999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4070 Ti999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4070999 fps999 fps999 fps938 fps
RX 7800 XT999 fps999 fps999 fps826 fps
RTX 3080999 fps999 fps989 fps804 fps
RTX 4060 Ti999 fps999 fps934 fps759 fps
RTX 3070999 fps999 fps852 fps692 fps
RTX 4060999 fps962 fps769 fps625 fps
RTX 3060999 fps824 fps660 fps536 fps
GTX 1660 Super747 fps598 fps478 fps389 fps

4K performance

Shard estimated FPS at 4K across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPUlowmediumhighultra
RTX 5090999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4090999 fps999 fps999 fps929 fps
RX 7900 XTX999 fps999 fps999 fps834 fps
RTX 5080999 fps999 fps967 fps786 fps
RTX 4080 Super999 fps999 fps909 fps738 fps
RTX 4070 Ti999 fps898 fps718 fps584 fps
RTX 4070962 fps769 fps616 fps500 fps
RX 7800 XT847 fps678 fps542 fps441 fps
RTX 3080824 fps660 fps528 fps429 fps
RTX 4060 Ti779 fps623 fps498 fps405 fps
RTX 3070710 fps568 fps454 fps369 fps
RTX 4060641 fps513 fps410 fps333 fps
RTX 3060550 fps440 fps352 fps286 fps
GTX 1660 Super398 fps319 fps255 fps207 fps

Minimum Hardware

Graphics Card
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Intel HD Graphics 5000 or better

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Processor
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Intel Core2 Duo 2.4GHz or equivalent

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Memory
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4 GB

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Genres

About

Shard, released in 2019, is an indie platforming adventure that creatively fractures classical gameplay elements. Developed by Roger Hanna and Anita Tung, this casual game invites players on a unique odyssey filled with charming visuals and inventive mechanics. It's notable for its emphasis on exploration and puzzles, appealing to fans of innovative indie experiences.

In terms of performance, Shard is quite accessible, requiring only entry-level GPU specifications with a minimum score of around 479 to enjoy the game comfortably. Players with systems featuring 4 GB of RAM will be able to dive into the action without a hitch. For smoother gameplay and higher FPS rates, consider GPUs from the lower mid-range tier, which will allow for enhanced graphics settings and a more stable experience.

If you're a fan of indie games or platformers, Shard is worth your time. With its engaging design and friendly hardware requirements, it's an enjoyable title that invites players to explore its whimsical world without demanding high-end performance from your PC.

Performance profile

October 2019 release. Shard 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.

Indie and casual titles are typically light on hardware. Shard runs well on almost any modern GPU, including integrated graphics on recent laptops — you won't need a dedicated card for a smooth experience.

Extremely light — Shard 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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