What is Frame Rate (FPS) in Games?

Frame rate is the number of images, or frames, a game displays each second. It is usually measured as FPS, which stands for frames per second.

Why FPS matters

A higher frame rate usually makes movement look smoother and controls feel more responsive. Many players prefer 60 FPS or higher for action games, while slower games may feel fine at lower frame rates.

FPS versus first-person shooter

FPS can also mean first-person shooter. "This game runs at 60 FPS" means frame rate. "This game is an FPS" means the shooter genre.

Frame rate depends on the game engine, graphics settings, hardware, display refresh rate, and how much work the scene requires.