8-Bit Hordes
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8-Bit Hordes FPS by GPU
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1080p performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 987 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 900 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 813 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 857 fps | 696 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 971 fps | 777 fps | 621 fps | 505 fps |
1440p performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 914 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 999 fps | 991 fps | 805 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 964 fps | 783 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 911 fps | 740 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 830 fps | 675 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 938 fps | 750 fps | 609 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 999 fps | 804 fps | 643 fps | 522 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 728 fps | 583 fps | 466 fps | 379 fps |
4K performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 975 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 905 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 813 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 943 fps | 766 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 999 fps | 886 fps | 720 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 875 fps | 700 fps | 569 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 938 fps | 750 fps | 600 fps | 488 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 826 fps | 661 fps | 529 fps | 429 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 804 fps | 643 fps | 514 fps | 418 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 759 fps | 607 fps | 486 fps | 395 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 692 fps | 554 fps | 443 fps | 360 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 625 fps | 500 fps | 400 fps | 325 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 536 fps | 429 fps | 343 fps | 279 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 388 fps | 311 fps | 249 fps | 202 fps |
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About
8-Bit Hordes, released in 2016, is a vibrant and engaging real-time strategy game that builds on the success of its predecessor, 8-Bit Armies. The game invites players into a colorful fantasy world where they can either command an army of orcs or humans. Known for its accessibility, it offers fast-paced gameplay that appeals to both seasoned strategists and newcomers alike. Players can collect resources, build bases, and engage in thrilling battles, making this title notable within the indie and strategy genres.
Regarding PC performance, 8-Bit Hordes is designed to be accessible, requiring just an entry-level GPU with a minimum score of around 552. To achieve smooth FPS at higher graphics settings, players can benefit from mid-tier GPUs, such as those from the NVIDIA GTX 1050 or AMD Radeon RX 560 families. With a minimum requirement of 4 GB of RAM, most modern PCs can easily handle the game, ensuring a playable experience without demanding high-end hardware for optimal performance.
Considering its 60/100 rating, 8-Bit Hordes is a fun choice for fans of indie strategy games. If you enjoy light-hearted, strategic gameplay with a charming visual style, this title could be a good addition to your library, especially for casual gaming sessions.
Performance profile
Released in August 2016, 8-Bit Hordes sits in the DirectX 11 generation. Comfortable on any modern mid-range GPU at 1440p; even an RTX 3050 or RX 6600 typically delivers 4K60 at High settings.
As a strategy title, 8-Bit Hordes is typically CPU-bound rather than GPU-bound — single-thread CPU performance dictates framerate during large-scale battles, end-game saves and late-game AI turns. A fast modern 6-core will help more than a GPU upgrade.
Extremely light — 8-Bit Hordes runs at 60 FPS 1080p on any integrated GPU (Intel Iris Xe, AMD Radeon Graphics) or a decade-old discrete card like the GTX 1050. A current-gen RTX 4060 pushes 4K Ultra without effort.
