The Hostage
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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 | 951 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 867 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 964 fps | 783 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 826 fps | 671 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 936 fps | 749 fps | 599 fps | 487 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 | 881 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 999 fps | 956 fps | 776 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 930 fps | 755 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 878 fps | 713 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 801 fps | 650 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 904 fps | 723 fps | 588 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 968 fps | 775 fps | 620 fps | 504 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 702 fps | 562 fps | 449 fps | 365 fps |
4K performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 940 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 873 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 999 fps | 964 fps | 783 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 909 fps | 739 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 999 fps | 854 fps | 694 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 844 fps | 675 fps | 548 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 904 fps | 723 fps | 578 fps | 470 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 796 fps | 637 fps | 510 fps | 414 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 775 fps | 620 fps | 496 fps | 403 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 732 fps | 585 fps | 468 fps | 380 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 667 fps | 534 fps | 427 fps | 347 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 603 fps | 482 fps | 386 fps | 313 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 516 fps | 413 fps | 331 fps | 269 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 374 fps | 300 fps | 240 fps | 195 fps |
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About
"The Hostage," released in 2020, is a unique blend of action, adventure, indie, and simulation genres. This text-based companion-simulation game immerses players in the harrowing journey of Ryan, a medical assistant captured by a group of ruthless rebels in the African jungles. As the player, you assume the role of Ryan's "voice of reason," guiding him through tense situations and aiding his escape while navigating an engaging narrative rich in choice and consequence.
When it comes to PC performance, "The Hostage" is quite accessible, as it efficiently runs on lower-end hardware. Notably, an entry-level GPU with a minimum benchmark score of around 653 is sufficient to handle the game without noticeable issues. Players with 2 GB of RAM can also enjoy the immersive storyline and choice-driven gameplay. Expect solid FPS across various graphics settings, making it a great option for those with modest gaming rigs.
If you're a fan of narrative-driven experiences and enjoy simulation games, "The Hostage" is worth a try. With its gripping story and engaging gameplay, it offers a compelling experience that resonates well with players, particularly those interested in indie titles.
Performance profile
Released in May 2020, The Hostage targets RTX 20/30-series and RX 6000-era hardware. A current mid-range GPU (RTX 4060 Ti / RX 7700 XT) is the sweet spot for 1440p Ultra; 4K needs a high-end card.
Simulation titles like The Hostage are heavily CPU-dependent — physics, AI and world state dominate the frame budget. Prioritise a CPU with strong single-thread performance and fast RAM over raw GPU power.
Extremely light — The Hostage 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
Would you dare to be the voice of reason, when somebody's life is on the line? The Hostage is a text-based companion-simulation game, that tells the story of medical assistant, who becomes a hostage of a group of ruthless rebels in the jungles of Africa.
