The Black Death
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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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The Black Death, released in 2016, is a dark multiplayer survival game that immerses players in a plague-ridden medieval world. As an adventure and RPG title, players must navigate through harsh environments, fend off deadly creatures, and manage resources to survive in a time of desperation. Its unique setting and focus on survival elements make it a notable entry in the genre.
When it comes to PC performance, The Black Death is relatively accessible. To run the game effectively, players should aim for at least an entry-level GPU with a minimum score of around 800, ensuring that frame rates can hover around a playable FPS at lower graphics settings. With a minimum of 6 GB RAM, players can expect a smoother gaming experience, although performance may vary based on the specific GPU used.
If you're a fan of survival games set in intriguing historical contexts, The Black Death is worth considering, despite its average rating of 50/100. While it may not be for everyone, those who appreciate the blend of adventure and role-playing elements may find it an engaging experience.
Performance profile
Released in April 2016, The Black 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 The Black 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 — The Black 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.
