Only 20 FPS on GTX 1060? Mortal Shell 2 Hardware Test Shows Old Cards Struggling

Summary

Following the release of Mortal Shell 2, performance tests on last-generation mid-range graphics cards have yielded alarming results. At 1080p with maximum settings, an Intel Core i9-9900K test platform produced an average of just 20 FPS on the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB, with lows dropping to 17 FPS. The AMD Radeon RX 590 fared even worse at 18 FPS average, while RX 580, RX 570, and RX 470 models averaged between 13 and 16 FPS, essentially unplayable. This modern DX12-based title exerts extreme pressure on older hardware, and without any upscaling technology, these once-popular 'sweet spot' cards are overwhelmed. This is significant because, according to Steam hardware surveys, GPUs like the GTX 1060 still have a large installed base. The results imply that many players may be locked out of the game unless they upgrade. Even with scaling features like FSR or DLSS, performance may remain insufficient. For the industry, this raises questions about optimization and hardware turnover in the cross-generation era. As an action game, Mortal Shell 2 requires smooth framerates, and 20 FPS is far from acceptable. This test will likely influence purchasing decisions and may accelerate GPU upgrades among enthusiasts.