2024 proved that after a couple of challenging years in the industry, game developers finally found time for PC as a platform. Optimization no longer looks like a forgotten part of the development process — new games increasingly demonstrate excellent performance on systems of varying power. In this compilation, we've gathered 10 games that not only offer engaging gameplay but are also well-optimized for PC, including less advanced hardware. We've also added setup tips so you can enjoy the game with maximum performance.

The fourth year of the ninth console generation, 2024, has clearly shown that the performance of gaming systems has once again become a bottleneck for PC game development. While in 2022 and 2023 developers amazed us with cutting-edge graphics technologies and occasional innovations, the past year's major releases seemed to abandon the race for visual revolution. However, we’ve still found 10 games capable of pushing any modern PC to its limits.

The first-person shooter Kvark has launched on Steam, set in a closed industrial site in an alternate-reality Czech Republic. After an accident, the main objective is to escape the trap. Judging by reviews, the game captures the spirit of '90s shooters: fast-paced gunfights, exploding barrels, and hidden secrets. Is there more to it than nostalgia? Find out in our impressions!