The Messenger
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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 | 994 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 906 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 819 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 864 fps | 702 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 978 fps | 783 fps | 626 fps | 509 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 | 921 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 811 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 972 fps | 789 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 918 fps | 746 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 837 fps | 680 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 945 fps | 756 fps | 614 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 999 fps | 810 fps | 648 fps | 526 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 734 fps | 587 fps | 470 fps | 382 fps |
4K performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 982 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 912 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 819 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 950 fps | 772 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 999 fps | 892 fps | 725 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 882 fps | 705 fps | 573 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 945 fps | 756 fps | 604 fps | 491 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 832 fps | 666 fps | 533 fps | 433 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 810 fps | 648 fps | 518 fps | 421 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 765 fps | 612 fps | 489 fps | 398 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 697 fps | 558 fps | 446 fps | 363 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 630 fps | 504 fps | 403 fps | 327 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 540 fps | 432 fps | 345 fps | 281 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 391 fps | 313 fps | 250 fps | 203 fps |
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About
The Messenger, released in 2018, is an action platformer that captivates players with its unique blend of 8-bit and 16-bit graphics styles. In this game, players take on the role of a young ninja tasked with delivering a crucial scroll to save his village from a demon army. Its clever use of time travel adds depth to the gameplay, transforming it into a captivating Metroidvania experience that evolves as players progress.
When it comes to PC performance, The Messenger is accessible to a wide range of hardware, thanks to its relatively low system requirements. An entry-level GPU with a minimum score of around 530 and a CPU score of approximately 153 will suffice to achieve a respectable FPS. Players should consider GPUs in the lower tier, such as the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050, for optimal performance without pushing the limits of their systems. With just 2 GB of RAM needed, this game runs smoothly even with modest graphics settings.
Given its rating of 79/100, The Messenger is a worthwhile experience for fans of platformers and Metroidvania titles. Its engaging story and clever design choices make it a must-play for anyone who enjoys retro-inspired gaming with a modern twist.
Performance profile
August 2018 release. The Messenger 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.
Action titles like The Messenger reward high framerates for visual clarity during combat. A mid-range modern GPU at 1440p 60–120 FPS is the practical sweet spot; VRR (G-Sync/FreeSync) smooths out drops during heavy effects.
Extremely light — The Messenger 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.
