The Northern Path
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The Northern Path 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 | 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 | 999 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 949 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 857 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 904 fps | 735 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 999 fps | 819 fps | 656 fps | 533 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 | 964 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 849 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 827 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 961 fps | 781 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 876 fps | 712 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 989 fps | 791 fps | 643 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 999 fps | 848 fps | 678 fps | 551 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 768 fps | 615 fps | 492 fps | 399 fps |
4K performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 955 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 857 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 995 fps | 808 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 999 fps | 934 fps | 759 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 923 fps | 738 fps | 600 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 989 fps | 791 fps | 633 fps | 514 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 871 fps | 697 fps | 558 fps | 453 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 848 fps | 678 fps | 543 fps | 441 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 801 fps | 641 fps | 512 fps | 416 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 730 fps | 584 fps | 467 fps | 380 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 659 fps | 527 fps | 422 fps | 343 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 565 fps | 452 fps | 362 fps | 294 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 410 fps | 328 fps | 262 fps | 213 fps |
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To run this adventure game smoothly, an entry-level GPU like the GTX 1650 or RX 6500 XT is recommended. This hardware will allow you to experience the game at lower settings while maintaining a stable frame rate. For those equipped with mid-range GPUs such as the GTX 1660 or RX 5600 XT, you can comfortably target 1080p resolution with medium settings, providing a more visually appealing experience without sacrificing performance.
This title is designed to be accessible, making it a good fit for players with lower-end systems. If you're aiming for higher resolutions like 1440p or even 4K, consider a more powerful GPU, such as the RTX 3060 or RX 6700 XT, which can handle the increased graphical demands while delivering enhanced details and smoother gameplay. Overall, it’s a great option for casual gamers and fans of the genre, offering rich storytelling and exploration without requiring cutting-edge hardware.
Performance profile
Simulation titles like The Northern Path 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 Northern Path 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.
