The Novelist
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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 | 999 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 929 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 980 fps | 796 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 999 fps | 888 fps | 710 fps | 577 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 | 999 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 920 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 895 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 846 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 949 fps | 771 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 857 fps | 696 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 999 fps | 918 fps | 735 fps | 597 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 832 fps | 666 fps | 533 fps | 433 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 | 999 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 929 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 876 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 822 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 800 fps | 650 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 857 fps | 686 fps | 557 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 944 fps | 755 fps | 604 fps | 491 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 918 fps | 735 fps | 588 fps | 478 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 867 fps | 694 fps | 555 fps | 451 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 791 fps | 633 fps | 506 fps | 411 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 714 fps | 571 fps | 457 fps | 371 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 612 fps | 490 fps | 392 fps | 318 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 444 fps | 355 fps | 284 fps | 231 fps |
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About
The Novelist, released in 2013, is an adventure game that delicately combines elements of casual and indie genres. Players step into the shoes of Dan Kaplan, a struggling novelist navigating the challenges of writing his most pivotal book while maintaining his roles as a husband and father. Notable for its unique narrative-driven gameplay, The Novelist invites players to make choices that influence the story's outcome, allowing for a deeply personal experience.
PC gamers who appreciate immersive storytelling will likely enjoy The Novelist, as the game focuses more on narrative exploration than traditional mechanics. Its casual approach makes it accessible to gamers of all skill levels, from those looking for a leisurely experience to those who enjoy pondering complex decisions. With multiple endings based on player choices, it offers significant replayability, making it appealing for those who like to explore different story outcomes in their PC gaming experiences.
With a rating of 71/100, The Novelist provides an engaging journey through the trials of balancing personal ambition with family dynamics. If you're drawn to narrative-heavy titles that prioritize emotional resonance over action, this indie gem is worth adding to your collection.
Performance profile
Released in December 2013, The Novelist 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.
The Novelist is a narrative-driven experience — a rock-solid 60 FPS is plenty. Prioritise resolution and image quality (AA, anisotropic filtering) over chasing high-refresh framerates.
Extremely light — The Novelist 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.
