Shards of the Heart
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Shards of the Heart 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 | 991 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 964 fps | 783 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 826 fps | 671 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 910 fps | 728 fps | 591 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 885 fps | 708 fps | 575 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 836 fps | 669 fps | 543 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 953 fps | 762 fps | 610 fps | 495 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 861 fps | 689 fps | 551 fps | 448 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 738 fps | 590 fps | 472 fps | 384 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 535 fps | 428 fps | 342 fps | 278 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 | 935 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 839 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 974 fps | 791 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 999 fps | 915 fps | 743 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 904 fps | 723 fps | 587 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 968 fps | 775 fps | 620 fps | 503 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 853 fps | 682 fps | 546 fps | 444 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 830 fps | 664 fps | 531 fps | 432 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 784 fps | 627 fps | 502 fps | 408 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 715 fps | 572 fps | 457 fps | 372 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 645 fps | 516 fps | 413 fps | 336 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 553 fps | 443 fps | 354 fps | 288 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 401 fps | 321 fps | 257 fps | 209 fps |
4K performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 826 fps | 661 fps | 537 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 959 fps | 767 fps | 614 fps | 499 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 861 fps | 689 fps | 551 fps | 448 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 811 fps | 649 fps | 519 fps | 422 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 762 fps | 610 fps | 488 fps | 396 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 602 fps | 482 fps | 386 fps | 313 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 516 fps | 413 fps | 330 fps | 269 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 455 fps | 364 fps | 291 fps | 237 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 443 fps | 354 fps | 283 fps | 230 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 418 fps | 334 fps | 268 fps | 217 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 381 fps | 305 fps | 244 fps | 198 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 344 fps | 275 fps | 220 fps | 179 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 295 fps | 236 fps | 189 fps | 153 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 214 fps | 171 fps | 137 fps | 111 fps |
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To enjoy Shards of the Heart smoothly, an entry-level GPU like the GTX 1650 or RX 6500 XT is recommended, which should handle the game at 1080p with medium settings quite comfortably. The game is designed to be accessible, making it suitable for a wide range of hardware configurations. Even integrated graphics from recent CPUs may be able to run it at lower settings, but for the best experience, a dedicated GPU is advisable.
For players with mid-range GPUs, such as the GTX 1660 or RX 580, targeting high settings at 1080p will enhance the visual fidelity without significantly impacting performance. Those with higher-end cards, like the RTX 3060 or RX 6700 XT, can expect to push resolutions up to 1440p with ultra settings, benefiting from the game's artistic style. Overall, this RPG is a good choice for both casual gamers and those seeking a deeper narrative experience, making it accessible while still providing room for better hardware to shine.
Performance profile
RPGs like Shards of the Heart 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 — Shards of the Heart 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
A runaway from another world. A jaded cop with a buried past. A bond that may decide the fate of both. When a mysterious girl named Leandra appears in the human world, she crosses paths with officers Sawyer Randavix, April Jennings, and their calm but secretive captain, Kaheru. Leandra wants to live a peaceful life, but danger quickly follows in her wake, danger that threatens the town of Riviera. As demons from Leandra’s world begin to surface, Sawyer is forced to confront her own trauma, rebuild broken relationships, and decide who she truly wants to protect. Your choices shape Sawyer’s bonds, and those bonds may be the key to saving them all.
