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Gloomhaven graphics settings

Optimal Gloomhaven graphics settings according to the FPSHQ model: the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 holds 60 FPS at 1080p on the Ultra preset (67–105 FPS); entry-level cards like the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB should use Low at 1080p (61–98 FPS). For 144 FPS at 1080p you need NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080-class performance on the High preset (120–190 FPS). Source of the numbers: FPSHQ model estimate (not a measurement); data as of Oct 14, 2026. (model accuracy)

56/100game demand
Ultrapreset for 60 FPS · GeForce RTX 3060
—upscalers in the game
+39%FPS gain: Ultra → Medium · GeForce RTX 3060
0independent measurements in our database
FPSHQ unified model estimate · data updated · methodology

Which preset to choose in Gloomhaven: 60, 120 and 144 FPS

For each GPU class — the best combination of resolution and preset at which average FPS is not below the target. Entry and mid classes start from 1080p, high-end from 1440p, enthusiast from 4K.

GPU class60 FPS120 FPS144 FPS
Entry level
GeForce GTX 1060 6GB		 1080p · Low
61–98		——
Mid-range
GeForce RTX 3060		 1080p · Ultra
67–105		1080p · Low
115–180		720p · Medium
130–210
High-end
GeForce RTX 3080		 1440p · Ultra
71–110		1440p · Medium
100–155		1440p · Low
120–190
Enthusiast
GeForce RTX 5080		 4K · Ultra
76–115		4K · Medium
105–160		4K · Low
125–195

Calculated without a CPU bottleneck (like test benches). ● — value from a real measurement. "—" — target not reachable for the class even on low.

Gloomhaven FPS by preset (1080p)

Gloomhaven FPS by preset (1080p)Average FPS by graphics preset for a representative card of each GPU class; dashed lines are the 60 and 144 FPS targets.075150225300Entry level — GeForce GTX 1060 6GB · Low: 69 FPS69Mid-range — GeForce RTX 3060 · Low: 131 FPS131High-end — GeForce RTX 3080 · Low: 211 FPS211Enthusiast — GeForce RTX 5080 · Low: 279 FPS279LowEntry level — GeForce GTX 1060 6GB · Medium: 56 FPS56Mid-range — GeForce RTX 3060 · Medium: 106 FPS106High-end — GeForce RTX 3080 · Medium: 177 FPS177Enthusiast — GeForce RTX 5080 · Medium: 267 FPS267MediumEntry level — GeForce GTX 1060 6GB · High: 46 FPS46Mid-range — GeForce RTX 3060 · High: 88 FPS88High-end — GeForce RTX 3080 · High: 150 FPS150Enthusiast — GeForce RTX 5080 · High: 250 FPS250HighEntry level — GeForce GTX 1060 6GB · Ultra: 39 FPS39Mid-range — GeForce RTX 3060 · Ultra: 76 FPS76High-end — GeForce RTX 3080 · Ultra: 129 FPS129Enthusiast — GeForce RTX 5080 · Ultra: 230 FPS230Ultra60 FPS144 FPS
Entry level — GeForce GTX 1060 6GBMid-range — GeForce RTX 3060High-end — GeForce RTX 3080Enthusiast — GeForce RTX 5080
Graphics card · 1080pLowMediumHighUltra
GeForce GTX 1060 6GB61–9850–8041–6635–56
GeForce RTX 3060115–18093–14577–12067–105
GeForce RTX 3080170–265145–225120–190105–165
GeForce RTX 5080225–350215–335205–315185–290

Terms from the FPSHQ wiki

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Graphics presets
FPS & performance
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Frame generation
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Shader cache
Graphics & rendering
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Stutter
FPS & performance
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How do I increase FPS in Gloomhaven?

model estimate Per the FPSHQ model, a GeForce RTX 3060 at 1080p delivers 67–105 FPS in Gloomhaven on Ultra, 77–120 on High, 93–145 on Medium and 115–180 on Low: dropping from Ultra to Medium gives +39% frames, to Low +72%. The fastest way to raise FPS is to lower the 3–4 heaviest settings from the list below, then enable upscaling, and only then reduce the render resolution. Source of the numbers: FPSHQ model estimate (not a measurement). (model accuracy)

GeForce RTX 3060 · 1080p Ultra
76 FPS
GeForce RTX 3060 · 1080p Medium
106 FPS
FPS gain: Ultra → Medium · GeForce RTX 3060
+39%
updated · source: Which preset to choose in Gloomhaven: 60, 120 and 144 FPS, FPSHQ model estimate

Gloomhaven is a moderately demanding Action game (load index 56 of 100). Below we cover which graphics settings affect FPS the most and how to maximize frames.

For Gloomhaven (Action), start from the High preset and gradually lower the heaviest options until FPS is comfortable. Begin with shadows and post-processing — they barely affect sharpness but noticeably ease GPU load.

The developers of Gloomhaven recommend a GPU around GeForce GTX 1070, Radeon RX Vega 64, or above. If yours is weaker, follow the tips above; if stronger, you can raise settings and resolution without losing smoothness.

Does Gloomhaven have DLSS, FSR or XeSS?

FPSHQ data shows no DLSS, FSR or XeSS support in Gloomhaven. What is left: the graphics preset, the render-resolution scale (if the game has one) and driver-level scaling — NVIDIA Image Scaling or AMD RSR.

What to do outside the game

  1. Update your GPU drivers to the latest version.
  2. Close background apps (browser, Discord overlay).
  3. Turn on Windows Game Mode and the High performance power plan; keep a laptop plugged in — on battery the GPU runs at a reduced power limit.
  4. If FPS fluctuates, cap it slightly below your monitor's refresh rate (in-game or in the driver panel) — frame pacing gets smoother and the GPU stops running flat out.
  5. If nothing helps — lower the render resolution.

Steps are general practice; the numbers above come from the FPSHQ model (GeForce RTX 3060), not a measurement on your PC.

What to lower first in Gloomhaven

If FPS is below your target, go down this list from the top: first come the settings that load the GPU the most in most games.

  1. Volumetric effects (fog, clouds, light) big FPS impact
    Volumetric fog and clouds are computed every frame; dropping them from max to medium usually gives a solid gain with little visual difference.
  2. Shadow quality and distance big FPS impact
    Shadow map resolution and draw distance are among the most expensive raster settings, especially in open worlds. Medium is a sensible compromise.
  3. Reflections (SSR) noticeable impact
    High-quality screen-space reflections noticeably load the GPU; on medium the difference shows mostly on water and glossy surfaces.
  4. Ambient occlusion noticeable impact
    Adds depth to the scene. Heavy variants (HBAO+, RTAO) can be swapped for simpler SSAO.
  5. Draw distance and level of detail noticeable impact
    Affects both the GPU and the CPU (more objects per frame). If you are CPU-bound, start here and with crowd/foliage density.
  6. Anti-aliasing noticeable impact
    MSAA and supersampling are very heavy; TAA or the upscaler's anti-aliasing (DLAA/FSR Native AA) give a comparable image for less.
  7. Texture quality depends on VRAM
    Barely affects FPS as long as VRAM is sufficient; when VRAM runs out you get stutters and texture pop-in. GeForce RTX 3060 has 12 GB of VRAM — you can max out textures, it costs almost no FPS.
  8. Post-processing (motion blur, depth of field, film grain) almost no impact
    Cheap in FPS and mostly a matter of taste; motion blur is often turned off for clarity.
  9. Anisotropic filtering almost no impact
    Almost free on modern GPUs — keep it at 8x–16x.

These are general rules for most games: the exact impact of each setting depends on the engine and the scene. FPS numbers on this page are FPSHQ unified model estimates for whole presets.

FPS measurements and aggregated data in Gloomhaven

There are no real measurements for Gloomhaven in our database yet — the values on this page are model estimates. Submit your benchmark: it will be included after moderation.

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Which CPU you need for Gloomhaven

At high FPS the CPU becomes the limit. In the FPSHQ model the CPU ceiling depends on its Gaming Score and on the game's demand (Gloomhaven: 56/100).

TargetGaming ScorePopular CPU example
60 FPS≥ 2,008Core i5-2400
120 FPS≥ 4,016Core i5-9600K
144 FPS≥ 4,820Core i7-10700K

Gaming Score is the CPU gaming index in the FPSHQ catalog. The minimum is set so that the model's CPU ceiling does not drop below the target.

Gloomhaven system requirements

Min. GPU
GeForce GTX 760, Radeon R9 280, or above
Rec. GPU
GeForce GTX 1070, Radeon RX Vega 64, or above
Min. RAM
8 GB
Rec. RAM
16 GB

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In short

What graphics settings should I use in Gloomhaven on the GeForce RTX 3060?

On the GeForce RTX 3060 in Gloomhaven the optimal choice is 1080p with the Ultra preset — the FPSHQ model gives 67–105 FPS. For more frames lower shadows and volumetric effects or enable upscaling.

updated · source: FPSHQ model estimate

FAQ

What graphics settings should I use in Gloomhaven on the GeForce RTX 3060?
On the GeForce RTX 3060 in Gloomhaven the optimal choice is 1080p with the Ultra preset — the FPSHQ model gives 67–105 FPS. For more frames lower shadows and volumetric effects or enable upscaling.
Which graphics card do I need for 144 FPS in Gloomhaven?
For 144 FPS at 1080p in Gloomhaven you need GeForce RTX 3080-level performance (High-end) on the High preset — 120–190 FPS by the FPSHQ model.
Which settings affect FPS the most in Gloomhaven?
As in most games, FPS drops the most from volumetric effects (fog, clouds), shadow quality and distance, reflections and heavy anti-aliasing. Textures barely matter as long as there is enough VRAM.
Why is my FPS in Gloomhaven lower than in the table?
The values are calculated without a CPU bottleneck, on current drivers. Real FPS depends on your CPU, memory speed and channel mode, background apps, game version and the specific scene. For a stable 60 FPS the CPU should be at least at the Core i5-2400 level.
How do I increase FPS in Gloomhaven?
Lower the heaviest settings (shadows, volumetric effects), then enable upscaling and update your driver. Per the FPSHQ model on a GeForce RTX 3060 at 1080p, going from Ultra to Medium in Gloomhaven gives +39% FPS.
How much FPS do I gain in Gloomhaven going from Ultra to Medium?
Per the FPSHQ model on a GeForce RTX 3060 at 1080p: 67–105 FPS on Ultra, 77–120 on High, 93–145 on Medium, 115–180 on Low — Medium gives +39% over Ultra, Low +72%.