The Housewife
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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 | 968 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 853 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 830 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 965 fps | 784 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 879 fps | 715 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 993 fps | 794 fps | 645 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 999 fps | 851 fps | 681 fps | 553 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 771 fps | 617 fps | 494 fps | 401 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 | 847 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 894 fps | 726 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 984 fps | 787 fps | 640 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 957 fps | 766 fps | 622 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 904 fps | 723 fps | 588 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 824 fps | 660 fps | 536 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 931 fps | 745 fps | 596 fps | 484 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 798 fps | 638 fps | 511 fps | 415 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 578 fps | 463 fps | 370 fps | 301 fps |
4K performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 953 fps | 774 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 885 fps | 719 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 993 fps | 794 fps | 645 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 936 fps | 749 fps | 609 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 879 fps | 704 fps | 572 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 869 fps | 695 fps | 556 fps | 452 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 745 fps | 596 fps | 477 fps | 387 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 656 fps | 525 fps | 420 fps | 341 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 638 fps | 511 fps | 409 fps | 332 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 603 fps | 482 fps | 386 fps | 313 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 550 fps | 440 fps | 352 fps | 286 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 496 fps | 397 fps | 318 fps | 258 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 426 fps | 340 fps | 272 fps | 221 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 309 fps | 247 fps | 197 fps | 160 fps |
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About
"The Housewife," released in 2016, is an indie simulation game that delves into the complex and often painful themes of domestic life and psychological abuse. Players take on the role of a housewife, tasked with maintaining a household while navigating the delicate emotions tied to her relationship with her husband. The game is notable for its thought-provoking narrative, challenging players to engage with the disturbing realities faced by those in abusive situations.
For PC performance, "The Housewife" is quite accessible, requiring only an entry-level GPU with a minimum score of around 1277. This low bar makes it easy for players with basic hardware to achieve decent FPS while playing. If you're looking to optimize your experience, consider using integrated graphics or budget-friendly GPUs that fall within the entry-level range. With only 2 GB of RAM needed, this game won’t demand significant resources, allowing for smooth performance even on older systems.
While "The Housewife" has received a low rating of 40/100, its unique perspective on sensitive themes may appeal to players interested in narrative-driven experiences. If you appreciate simulation games that provoke thought and discussion, it may be worth a try despite its shortcomings in gameplay and overall reviews.
Performance profile
Released in August 2016, The Housewife 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.
Simulation titles like The Housewife 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 Housewife 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.
