Victoria II: Heart of Darkness
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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 | 858 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 999 fps | 930 fps | 755 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 905 fps | 735 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 854 fps | 694 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 974 fps | 779 fps | 633 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 880 fps | 704 fps | 572 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 942 fps | 754 fps | 603 fps | 490 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 683 fps | 547 fps | 437 fps | 355 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 | 949 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 924 fps | 750 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 990 fps | 792 fps | 643 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 872 fps | 697 fps | 567 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 848 fps | 679 fps | 551 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 801 fps | 641 fps | 521 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 913 fps | 730 fps | 584 fps | 475 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 825 fps | 660 fps | 528 fps | 429 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 707 fps | 565 fps | 452 fps | 368 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 512 fps | 410 fps | 328 fps | 266 fps |
4K performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 844 fps | 686 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 980 fps | 784 fps | 637 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 880 fps | 704 fps | 572 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 829 fps | 663 fps | 539 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 974 fps | 779 fps | 623 fps | 506 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 770 fps | 616 fps | 493 fps | 400 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 660 fps | 528 fps | 422 fps | 343 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 581 fps | 465 fps | 372 fps | 302 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 565 fps | 452 fps | 362 fps | 294 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 534 fps | 427 fps | 342 fps | 278 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 487 fps | 390 fps | 312 fps | 253 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 440 fps | 352 fps | 281 fps | 229 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 377 fps | 302 fps | 241 fps | 196 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 273 fps | 219 fps | 175 fps | 142 fps |
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Victoria II: Heart of Darkness
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Minimum Hardware
NVIDIA® GeForce 8800 or ATI Radeon® X1900 with a resolution of at least: 1024*768
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Victoria II: Heart of Darkness is quite accessible when it comes to hardware requirements, especially regarding GPU performance. An entry-level graphics card, such as the GTX 1650 or RX 6500 XT, is sufficient to run the game smoothly at standard settings. For those looking to play at higher resolutions, such as 1080p, it’s advisable to have a mid-range GPU like the GTX 1660 or RX 580. This will ensure a stable frame rate and a more visually appealing experience, particularly when managing large empires and engaging in complex political maneuvers.
The game is not particularly demanding, making it a good choice for budget-conscious gamers or those with older systems. With a minimum of 2 GB of RAM, even integrated graphics on newer CPUs can handle the game at low settings, although performance may vary with larger scenarios. For a more immersive experience, aim for settings that balance visual fidelity with performance, especially if you plan to run the game for extended periods. Overall, it’s a solid pick for strategy enthusiasts who want a rich, historical experience without the need for cutting-edge hardware.
Performance profile
Released in April 2013, Victoria II: Heart of Darkness 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.
As a strategy title, Victoria II: Heart of Darkness 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 — Victoria II: Heart of Darkness 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.
