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Unherd

Unherd

2021Easy to run

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1080p performance

Unherd estimated FPS at 1080p across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPUlowmediumhighultra
RTX 5090999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4090999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RX 7900 XTX999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 5080999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4080 Super999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4070 Ti999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4070999 fps999 fps999 fps948 fps
RX 7800 XT999 fps999 fps999 fps835 fps
RTX 3080999 fps999 fps999 fps813 fps
RTX 4060 Ti999 fps999 fps944 fps767 fps
RTX 3070999 fps999 fps861 fps700 fps
RTX 4060999 fps972 fps778 fps632 fps
RTX 3060999 fps833 fps667 fps542 fps
GTX 1660 Super755 fps604 fps483 fps393 fps

1440p performance

Unherd estimated FPS at 1440p across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPUlowmediumhighultra
RTX 5090999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4090999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RX 7900 XTX999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 5080999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4080 Super999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4070 Ti999 fps999 fps999 fps829 fps
RTX 4070999 fps999 fps875 fps711 fps
RX 7800 XT999 fps964 fps771 fps626 fps
RTX 3080999 fps938 fps750 fps609 fps
RTX 4060 Ti999 fps885 fps708 fps576 fps
RTX 3070999 fps807 fps646 fps525 fps
RTX 4060911 fps729 fps583 fps474 fps
RTX 3060781 fps625 fps500 fps406 fps
GTX 1660 Super566 fps453 fps363 fps295 fps

4K performance

Unherd estimated FPS at 4K across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPUlowmediumhighultra
RTX 5090999 fps999 fps933 fps758 fps
RTX 4090999 fps999 fps867 fps704 fps
RX 7900 XTX999 fps972 fps778 fps632 fps
RTX 5080999 fps917 fps733 fps596 fps
RTX 4080 Super999 fps861 fps689 fps560 fps
RTX 4070 Ti851 fps681 fps544 fps442 fps
RTX 4070729 fps583 fps467 fps379 fps
RX 7800 XT642 fps514 fps411 fps334 fps
RTX 3080625 fps500 fps400 fps325 fps
RTX 4060 Ti590 fps472 fps378 fps307 fps
RTX 3070538 fps431 fps344 fps280 fps
RTX 4060486 fps389 fps311 fps253 fps
RTX 3060417 fps333 fps267 fps217 fps
GTX 1660 Super302 fps242 fps193 fps157 fps

Minimum Hardware

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nVidia GeForce 460GTv2 or AMD Radeon HD5770(1024MB VRAM)

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Processor
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Intel i3 550 @ 3.2 GHz or AMD Phenom II X4 955 @ 3.2 GHz

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Memory
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4 GB

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Genres

About

"Unherd," released in 2021, is an intriguing blend of adventure, indie, and strategy genres that captivates players with its unique premise. Tasked with escaping within a time limit of nine hours, players must confront and defeat the enigmatic Unherd, a challenge that promises to test both your problem-solving and strategic skills. The game’s immersive atmosphere and compelling storyline make it a notable title in the indie gaming landscape.

In terms of PC performance, "Unherd" is designed to be accessible, requiring only an entry-level GPU with a minimum score of around 1348 and a CPU score of approximately 2554. With only 4 GB of RAM needed to run it smoothly, players can expect decent FPS on lower-end hardware, making it suitable for a broad audience. For those looking to optimize their gameplay experience, targeting mid-range GPUs will enhance graphics settings and overall performance significantly.

If you're seeking a fresh indie title that combines strategy with thrilling adventures, "Unherd" is worth trying out. With solid ratings reflecting its engaging gameplay and unique challenges, it's a recommendation for both genre enthusiasts and casual gamers alike.

Performance profile

Released in February 2021, Unherd 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.

As a strategy title, Unherd is typically CPU-bound rather than GPU-bound — single-thread CPU performance dictates framerate during large-scale battles, end-game saves and late-game AI turns. A fast modern 6-core will help more than a GPU upgrade.

Extremely light — Unherd 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

The game follows a chinchilla, who awakens in a surreal world with a mysterious voice that looms over him. You have 9 hours to defeat Darkness that threatens the earth.

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