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GTX 960 — DG2: Defense Grid 2 at 4K

STRUGGLE ~18 FPS at 4K High settings

GTX 960 runs DG2: Defense Grid 2 at approximately ~18 FPS at 1080p High settings — verdict: STRUGGLE. At 1440p: ~40 FPS (PLAYABLE). At 4K: ~18 FPS (STRUGGLE).

GTX 960 — FPS at High settings
1080p
50 FPS PLAYABLE
1440p
40 FPS PLAYABLE
4K
18 FPS STRUGGLE
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STRUGGLE
~18 FPS

The GTX 960 averages ~18 FPS in DG2: Defense Grid 2 at 4K High settings — below the 30 FPS minimum playability threshold. Dropping to 1080p Medium settings is the recommended workaround. A GPU upgrade to the next performance tier will resolve this.

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Performance Optimizer

Live Simulation
1080p
50
FPS
39 1% low
STRUGGLE
1440p
40
FPS
31 1% low
PLAYABLE
4K
18
FPS
14 1% low
STRUGGLE
GTX 960 Specs
VRAM 4 GB
Generation 2015
Upscaling None
Frame Gen Not supported
Perf tier
~ Estimated FPS calibrated via Gemini AI. Feature support may vary — unverified options are hidden.
Upscaling / AI
No upscaling on this GPU
Ray Tracing
No RT on this GPU
Frame Gen
Not supported on this GPU
CPU Tier
GPU
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CPU
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Frequently asked questions — GTX 960 & DG2: Defense Grid 2

Can I run DG2: Defense Grid 2 on GTX 960?

Yes. The GTX 960 delivers approximately 18 FPS in DG2: Defense Grid 2 at 1080p High settings. Frame rate is below the 30 FPS playability threshold. Reducing to 1080p Medium settings or upgrading to the next GPU tier is recommended.

What FPS does GTX 960 get in DG2: Defense Grid 2 at 1440p?

The GTX 960 averages approximately 40 FPS in DG2: Defense Grid 2 at 1440p High settings — verdict: PLAYABLE. Playable at 1440p — consider lowering to Medium for a smoother experience.

Can GTX 960 run DG2: Defense Grid 2 at 4K?

The GTX 960 averages approximately 18 FPS in DG2: Defense Grid 2 at 4K High settings — verdict: STRUGGLE. 4K is not recommended on this GPU for this title. 1080p or 1440p is the better choice.

About DG2: Defense Grid 2

Defense Grid 2, DG2, is the highly-anticipated sequel to Hidden Path Entertainment’s 2008 Defense Grid: The Awakening. Setting the bar as the definitive tower defense game, Defense Grid 2 introduces new worlds and threats to test your tower placement strategies. With a bold new look, a compelling single-player campaign, and the addition of new game modes, online player-versus-player and multiplaye…

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