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The Nvidia RTX 3060 is one of gamers' favorite GPUs, and it is still immensely popular in 2024. Among the biggest reasons why it is still in demand are its high shader cores and VRAM availability. The processor also supports raytracing in many latest titles. With DLSS upscaling, you can even generate more frame rates. For users targeting Full HD or 2K resolution gaming, it is still the best budget GPU under $300.
This article lists some of the best AAA games you can play with the Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060 in 2024.
Note: This list is subjective and solely reflects the writer's opinions.
10 best games to play on Nvidia RTX 3060
1) Alan Wake 2
Alan Wake 2 is the successor to the original game of the same name that was released more than a decade ago. The survival horror title has realistic graphics and an intriguing narrative. It has multiple single-player stories and edge-of-the-seat horror gameplay that will keep you glued for hours.
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Although Alan Wake 2 is a recently launched game with heavy graphical presets, the RTX 3060 can handle the game with ease, delivering more than 60 FPS (frames per second) in Full HD resolution.
2) Uncharted 4: A Thief's End
Naughty Dog's Uncharted series is one of the most popular action-adventure gaming franchises. Uncharted 4: A Thief's End was released on the Windows platform a couple of years ago. It follows Nathan Drake as he, along with Sully and his brother Samuel, embarks on an epic journey to find Henry Avery's long-lost treasure.
The game is well-optimized to run with the RTX 3060, and players can get up to 1440p (2K) resolution without any lag.
3) Far Cry 6
Ubisoft's Far Cry series is known to offer intense story-based gameplay, and the same holds true for Far Cry 6. In this game, you play as Dani Rojas, who aims to topple the Castillo regime in the fictional Caribbean island of Yara. The title features an array of weapons and lets you complete multiple missions to save the people of the island.
Far Cry 6 runs quite well at Full HD resolution with an RTX 3060 and delivers stable gameplay.
4) Dying Light 2
Dying Light is a horror-themed video game where you play as Aiden Caldwell. The protagonist has various parkour skills to navigate an apocalyptic-themed open world. The game's combat is mostly melee-based. The weapons players can use degrade as they use them.
Dying Light runs well with the RTX 3060 and can be even played at up to 2K resolution, with DLSS2 upscaling also supported.
5) Assassin's Creed Mirage
Assassin's Creed Mirage is the 13th major installment of the famous Assassin's Creed series from Ubisoft. The game is set in ninth-century Baghdad and follows the life of Basim Ibn Ishaq, a street thief. Like all previous games in the franchise, it's a stealth combat title that features parkour and hand weapon combat.
Assassin's Creed Mirage is properly optimized to run with the RTX 3060 and can be used with ultra settings preset at up to 2K resolution.
6) Resident Evil 4 (Remake)
Resident Evil 4 (Remake) is a modern adaptation of the original game released in 2005. It has redesigned visuals and set-piece designs to create a tenser atmosphere for players. You also get better combat mechanics.
Although Resident Evil 4 (Remake) is a graphically demanding game, it runs well on a PC with the RTX 3060 (with DLSS support).
7) Forza Horizon 5
If you love racing games, Forza Horizon 5 is one of the best titles for the RTX 3060. The game is set in an open-world environment based on a fictional representation of Mexico. It has realistic graphics and one of the biggest maps in its genre. Apart from jungles and beaches, players can race in ancient Mayan temples, towns, and modern cities.
While playing Forza Horizon 5 at Full HD resolution, you can expect more than 100 FPS with an RTX 3060.
8) Horizon Zero Dawn
Horizon Zero Dawn is a critically acclaimed title from PlayStation Studios. Players take control of Aloy, a hunter who ventures through an apocalyptic land consisting of various robotic enemies. The game allows them to loot these enemies and modify the main character based on their liking.
At Full HD Ultra settings, Horizon Zero Dawn can be played at more than 90+ FPS. The game is also playable at 2K resolution.
9) The Last of Us Part 1
The Last of Us: Part 1 is the next-generation remake of the original game, with updated graphics, combat, and visuals. It also supports adaptive triggers.
The Last of Us: Part 1 runs decently on most modern Windows PCs, and the RTX 3060 can provide 60+ FPS most of the time at 1080p, with high graphics settings enabled.
10) Shadow of the Tomb Raider
Square Enix's Tomb Raider series is known for its action and adventure. It follows Lara Croft as she ventures through the tropical regions of the Americas. In this title, you battle a paramilitary organization named Trinity and try to stop the Mayan apocalypse.
Tomb Raider runs wonderfully well with the RTX 3060, and you can expect more than 150FPS at Full HD resolution from it.
These are some of the best AAA games you can play at Full HD resolution or more on the RTX 3060. To start, you can try The Last of Us Part 1 and Uncharted 4, as both provide the ultimate gaming experience with a great narrative experience.
