Zed
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Zed FPS by GPU
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1080p performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 644 fps | 515 fps | 412 fps | 335 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 598 fps | 479 fps | 383 fps | 311 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 537 fps | 429 fps | 344 fps | 279 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 506 fps | 405 fps | 324 fps | 263 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 475 fps | 380 fps | 304 fps | 247 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 376 fps | 301 fps | 240 fps | 195 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 322 fps | 258 fps | 206 fps | 167 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 284 fps | 227 fps | 182 fps | 148 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 276 fps | 221 fps | 177 fps | 144 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 261 fps | 209 fps | 167 fps | 136 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 238 fps | 190 fps | 152 fps | 124 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 215 fps | 172 fps | 137 fps | 112 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 184 fps | 147 fps | 118 fps | 96 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 133 fps | 107 fps | 85 fps | 69 fps |
1440p performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 483 fps | 387 fps | 309 fps | 251 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 449 fps | 359 fps | 287 fps | 233 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 403 fps | 322 fps | 258 fps | 209 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 380 fps | 304 fps | 243 fps | 197 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 357 fps | 285 fps | 228 fps | 185 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 282 fps | 225 fps | 180 fps | 147 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 242 fps | 193 fps | 155 fps | 126 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 213 fps | 170 fps | 136 fps | 111 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 207 fps | 166 fps | 133 fps | 108 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 196 fps | 156 fps | 125 fps | 102 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 178 fps | 143 fps | 114 fps | 93 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 161 fps | 129 fps | 103 fps | 84 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 138 fps | 110 fps | 88 fps | 72 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 100 fps | 80 fps | 64 fps | 52 fps |
4K performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 258 fps | 206 fps | 165 fps | 134 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 239 fps | 191 fps | 153 fps | 124 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 215 fps | 172 fps | 137 fps | 112 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 202 fps | 162 fps | 130 fps | 105 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 190 fps | 152 fps | 122 fps | 99 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 150 fps | 120 fps | 96 fps | 78 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 129 fps | 103 fps | 82 fps | 67 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 113 fps | 91 fps | 73 fps | 59 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 110 fps | 88 fps | 71 fps | 57 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 104 fps | 83 fps | 67 fps | 54 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 95 fps | 76 fps | 61 fps | 49 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 86 fps | 69 fps | 55 fps | 45 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 74 fps | 59 fps | 47 fps | 38 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 53 fps | 43 fps | 34 fps | 28 fps |
Minimum Hardware
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Genres
About
Zed, released in 2019, is an indie adventure game that delves into the emotional themes of revelation, regret, and redemption. Set against a backdrop of surreal landscapes, players embark on a journey to reconnect fading memories and create a final masterpiece for someone special. Notably, the game's unique artistic style and narrative-driven gameplay set it apart in the indie genre, allowing for a deeply personal experience as you explore the protagonist's life and career.
Zed is best suited for PC gamers who appreciate narrative-driven experiences rather than fast-paced action. The gameplay is relatively casual, making it accessible to a broad audience, including those who might not typically engage with complex gaming mechanics. While the game may not have high replayability due to its linear story, players who enjoy exploration and reflection will find value in its atmospheric storytelling and distinctive graphics.
Whether you should play Zed ultimately depends on your tolerance for its mixed reception, earning a rating of 50/100. If you're seeking a contemplative experience that prioritizes narrative depth over gameplay challenges, this PC game may resonate with your tastes, especially if you appreciate indie artistry.
Performance profile
June 2019 release. Zed 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.
Zed 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.
Mid-range territory. An RTX 3060 or RX 6700 XT delivers 60 FPS at 1080p High in Zed. For 1440p Ultra you'll want an RTX 4060 Ti / RX 7700 XT; 4K Ultra needs an RTX 4070 Ti or faster.
Storyline
ZED is the story of an aging artist, lost in regret and the haze of dementia. Inside the dreamscape of this creative mind come undone, players reassemble the artist's fragmented memories into a final, lasting legacy: a loving gift to his granddaughter. Making its debut on PC (with optional VR support for Oculus Rift and HTC Vive), ZED is a surreal trip, with an unexpected narrative that unfolds across fanciful, fractured lands. Spanning regret, reconciliation and redemption, it's a bittersweet story that's both deeply personal, and undeniably universal. Released in partnership with Cyan Ventures, the new publishing arm from the creators of the legendary games Myst and Riven, ZED is the vision of Chuck Carter, part of the team behind the original Myst. Co-written by Joe Fielder (Bioshock Infinite, The Flame and the Flood) and David Chen (Metal Gear Solid series, Narcosis), the game also features a riveting performance from veteran video-game voice actor Stephen Russell (the Thief and Fallout series).
