Monitors designed for Action-Adventure Games: A Selection Guide
Introduction
Modern action-adventure games feature vast and detailed worlds, dynamic fights, and spectacular cinematics. This visual richness requires a gaming monitor that can faithfully convey the developers' artistic intentions while ensuring smooth, comfortable gameplay. Every detail counts, from the glow of a sunset in Red Dead Redemption II to Spider-Man's acrobatic moves.
Modern action-adventure games and their needs
Open worlds
Titles like Red Dead Redemption II and GTA place unique demands on the monitor. These games feature expansive landscapes and richly detailed environments, requiring high resolution and a large screen to fully appreciate their artistic direction. Depth of field and atmospheric effects particularly benefit from high-definition monitors.
Narrative action games
Spider-Man 2 and Hellblade 2 show another dimension of the game, where fast-paced action blends with cinematic storytelling. These games demand a balance between fluidity for fight sequences and image quality for narrative scenes. A refresh rate of 144Hz is an excellent compromise.
Historical action games
Rise of the Ronin perfectly illustrates the needs of historical action games, where the precise detail of traditional Japanese armor, weapons, and environments deserves a high-quality monitor. A widescreen or ultrawide screen can significantly enhance immersion in these intricately detailed historical worlds.
The essential features for action-adventure
Screen resolution and size
WQHD (2560x1440) is a great standard for action-adventure games today, delivering sharpness superior to Full HD while remaining less demanding than 4K. On a 27" monitor, this resolution offers excellent pixel density. For a more immersive experience, 4K on a 28" or larger monitor enhances the detail of modern open-worlds.
The refresh rate
A frame rate of 165Hz is the benchmark for action-adventure games, offering remarkable fluidity without requiring a configuration as powerful as 240Hz or higher. This frequency ensures fluid movements during combat while remaining relevant for exploration.
The interest of curved monitors
Curved monitors, especially ultrawide monitors, add an extra dimension to immersion. The natural curvature enhances peripheral vision, which is particularly beneficial in open-world games or during exploration sequences.
Japannext solutions by range
The versatile option: 27" WQHD 165Hz
This IPS model offers an excellent compromise for most action-adventure games. Its WQHD resolution and 27" size ensure excellent readability and sharpness, while its 165Hz refresh rate guarantees optimal fluidity for action sequences.
The 4K experience: 28" UHD 144Hz
For gamers who prioritize image quality, this 4K monitor delivers exceptional clarity. Particularly suited to detail-rich games like Red Dead Redemption II or Hellblade 2, it enhances environments and textures while maintaining excellent fluidity at 144Hz.
Total immersion: 37.5" curved UWQHD+
This ultrawide curved monitor with USB-C is the premium option for maximum immersion. Its 21:9 aspect ratio expands the field of view, ideal for the vast landscapes of Red Dead Redemption II or the urban environments of Spider-Man 2. USB-C connectivity with 65W charging simplifies the setup.
The large format: 40" WQHD 144Hz
For gamers looking for a massive monitor without compromising on fluidity, this 40" model delivers a spectacular experience. Its generous size magnifies cinematic scenes while maintaining excellent responsiveness for action-packed scenes.
Selection guide according to the type of game
For open worlds
Open-world games like Red Dead Redemption II or GTA particularly benefit from large formats and ultrawide monitors. The curved 37.5" UWQHD+ or 40" WQHD monitors are optimal choices, offering a wider range of vision and superior immersion.
For narrative action games
Titles like Spider-Man 2 or Hellblade 2 thrive on monitors that balance definition and fluidity. The 28" 4K 144Hz or the 27" WQHD 165Hz are excellent choices, respecting the visual ambition of these games while ensuring perfect readability of action sequences.
For fight oriented titles
Fight-focused games like Rise of the Ronin require a good balance between monitor size and responsiveness. The 27" WQHD 165Hz model offers an excellent compromise, ensuring precision and fluidity in fights.
Conclusion
Choosing a monitor for action-adventure games largely depends on your immersion preferences and your computer setup. For the best experience, consider:
- A minimum of 27" in WQHD or 28" in 4K
- A refresh rate of at least 144Hz
- IPS technology for color quality
- A curved ultrawide format for maximum immersion
The Japannext range effectively covers these different needs, from the versatile 27" WQHD monitor to the spectacular 37.5" ultrawide curved, allowing each gamer to find the monitor best suited to their expectations and their budget.
