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3DMark

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93%Game Brain Score
optimization, graphics
stability, monetization
93% User Score Based on 5,937 reviews

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3DMark is a single player action game. It was developed by UL Solutions and was released on February 4, 2013. It received very positive reviews from players.

PC gaming is a quest for performance, a never-ending cycle of upgrading, overclocking, and tweaking your system for faster frame rates, higher resolutions, and better quality visual effects. 3DMark is essential equipment for this quest. For more than 20 years, 3DMark has been the first choice for benchmarking, testing, and comparing PC performance. There'll always be a new game that demands …

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93%
Audience ScoreBased on 5,937 reviews
optimization140 positive mentions
stability26 negative mentions
  • optimization
    501 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The optimization aspect of the software is highly regarded for its ability to benchmark and assess the performance of PCs, particularly for overclocking and stability testing. Users appreciate its comprehensive suite of tests that provide detailed insights into CPU and GPU performance, allowing for effective comparisons with other systems. However, some users note that the results may not always translate to real-world gaming performance, and there are suggestions for additional optimization features to enhance user experience.

    • “While rather expensive normally, it's a great deal during sales as this program has helped a lot in doing standardized performance and stability tests after overclocking and for new hardware.”
    • “Great software to test and push the best performance out of GPUs.”
    • “3DMark is a comprehensive benchmarking tool designed to test and evaluate the performance of a computer's graphics processing unit (GPU).”
    • “Very inconsistent results with poor optimizations for new hardware.”
    • “Scores don't reflect real world performance at all; a higher score could even run worse in actual games.”
    • “It's a bit sad that it just gives you results and no optimization suggestions or potential hotspots.”
  • graphics
    298 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics aspect of the reviews highlights a mix of impressive visuals and performance testing capabilities, particularly through tools like 3DMark, which is praised for its stunning graphics and comprehensive benchmarking features. While many users appreciate the aesthetic quality and the ability to stress-test their systems, some express concerns about optimization and the repetitiveness of gameplay in certain titles. Overall, the graphics are generally well-received, with a strong emphasis on their role in enhancing the gaming experience and system performance evaluation.

    • “The graphics are some of the best I've seen.”
    • “The beautiful and visually stunning graphics make it an immersive experience that is both enjoyable and informative.”
    • “3DMark is like a virtual paradise of eye candy, with graphics so breathtakingly realistic that I almost tried to dive into the screen and take a dip in the crystal-clear water.”
    • “Poorly optimized graphics but otherwise it's quite good.”
    • “Not sure which drugs the graphic artists were taking when they designed that one, but it's not the scene's context you should pay attention to, anyway.”
    • “3DMark has definitely improved over the years; however, I thought the graphics have been an area that has yet to impress me. We as PC enthusiasts would like to see something more out there with the game's graphics; I feel like there are games coming out with way more graphical fidelity, yet 3DMark has continued with the same graphics for years.”
  • story
    51 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The reviews for the game's story are mixed, with some praising it as compelling and well-written, featuring complex choices and emotional depth, while others criticize it for being average or lacking in development. Many players noted that the gameplay often overshadows the narrative, leading to confusion or a lack of engagement with the story. Overall, the game's story is seen as a strong point by some, but a significant weakness by others, highlighting a divide in player experience.

    • “Wonderful game, well written characters, complex choices to be made, compelling story line.”
    • “Very emotional and story driven gameplay, one of the best of the decade.”
    • “Amazing immersive/unique story and is a total blast from start to finish, with an endless amount of replay value.”
    • “The storyline is pretty average, but the graphics are nice.”
    • “Story is not one of this game's strong points.”
    • “Graphics are okay, controls are very good, but the story sucks hard.”
  • gameplay
    46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many users noting it as linear, repetitive, and at times boring, despite the impressive graphics. Some players appreciate the competitive aspects and emotional storytelling, while others criticize the lack of depth and reliance on pay-to-win mechanics. Overall, the gameplay experience seems to vary significantly, with some praising it as fantastic and others deeming it stale or lacking substance.

    • “Riveting gameplay :))))”
    • “Gameplay is fantastic but what really stands out here are the graphics of course.”
    • “The gameplay is very competitive.”
    • “Awesome graphics, but gameplay is a bit linear and repetitive.”
    • “At the end of most games, when you have thoroughly mastered every mechanic and done every meta-analysis possible, it essentially boils down to 'bigger number better'.”
    • “The gameplay is a bit stale and boring but the visuals are nice.”
  • stability
    27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The stability of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with users reporting frequent crashes, freezes, and bugs that hinder functionality, particularly during testing and troubleshooting. While some users appreciate its utility for benchmarking and troubleshooting, the overall consensus is that the software is currently too unstable and buggy to be reliable, especially following recent updates.

    • “There are no glitches at all.”
    • “The game runs smoothly without any interruptions.”
    • “I haven't experienced any crashes or bugs during my playtime.”
    • “Super buggy, crashes when you click off the screen, the game results 9 times out of 10 just don't show up, and I sometimes just don't get a score when I'm done.”
    • “The updates from late 2022 have made this extremely buggy and unusable.”
    • “Good for benchmarks but it crashes and freezes too frequently, and no, I don't have a potato either; it's the software, not me.”
  • monetization
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization model of the game has been heavily criticized for its reliance on pay-to-win mechanics and excessive microtransactions, leading many players to feel that it resembles a cash grab rather than a complete product. Users express frustration over the shift from a one-time purchase model to a system laden with additional costs for content that should be included, likening it to paying for ads after buying a movie. Despite the software's functionality, the introduction of in-app purchases has left a sour taste among those who expected a more straightforward pricing approach.

    • “Unfortunately, there are many unofficial pay-to-win microtransactions available on websites such as newegg.com.”
    • “Futuremark, in all their wisdom, decided that it would be a good idea to introduce microtransactions for customers who paid for the full software.”
    • “Microtransactions galore.”
    • “Cash grab. I miss paying one price and having all the experience.”
    • “Such a cash grab that I'm surprised they don't charge per mouse click and then sell mouse-click bundles as DLC.”
    • “More DLC please... I just can't get enough of buying for extra 'tests' that don't actually do anything other than serve as a benchmark. It's like paying to watch advertisements after you've already bought the movie.”
  • grinding
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessive and tedious, often requiring significant time investment to achieve benchmarks. Many reviews highlight the need for a "second life" to manage the extensive grinding, with some describing it as a long and monotonous process.

    • “A bit grindy... sometimes.”
    • “A bit grindy sometimes.”
    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “One long, tedious grind.”
    • “It was tedious to get scores for each benchmark.”
  • replayability
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is praised for its high replayability, with many users noting that it offers an engaging experience despite lacking a traditional narrative. Its immersive elements and unique gameplay contribute to an endless amount of replay value, making it enjoyable to revisit multiple times.

    • “Infinitely replayable.”
    • “Despite having no real story to follow, it's got a surprising amount of replayability.”
    • “Despite having no real story to follow, it has a surprising amount of replayability.”
    • “Amazing immersive and unique story, and is a total blast from start to finish, with an endless amount of replay value.”
  • emotional
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its deeply engaging and story-driven gameplay, which many consider among the best of the decade. However, some users express frustration and disappointment, feeling that their investment in the product led to negative emotions, such as regret and self-pity.

    • “Very emotional and story-driven gameplay, one of the best of the decade.”
    • “After I ran 3DMark, I cried in the corner feeling sorry for myself.”
  • music
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received mixed feedback; some players appreciate its calming effect, finding it relaxing and reassuring, while others express frustration over its repetitive nature. Overall, it seems to evoke a range of emotions, from tranquility to annoyance.

    • “No music.”
    • “I relaxed for 5 minutes to this music long enough to realize that I was going to be okay.”
  • humor
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is noted for its cleverness, often poking fun at the limitations of technology and the absurdity of user expectations. While some users find the comedic elements entertaining, others express confusion or frustration with the overall tone.

    • “Com/search/ looks funny!”
    • “Funny: a tool to make you realize that your computer will never be good enough.”
    • “Okay, the 'positive' reviews are pretty funny, but at the end of the day, what the heck?”
  • character development
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    While the game features beautiful visuals, reviewers feel that the story and character development are lacking and require significant improvement.

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3DMark is a action game.

3DMark is available on PC, Mac OS and Windows.

On average players spend around 25 hours playing 3DMark.

3DMark was released on February 4, 2013.

3DMark was developed by UL Solutions.

3DMark has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its optimization but disliked it for its stability.

3DMark is a single player game.

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