AWA
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AWA 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 | 999 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 926 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 836 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 882 fps | 717 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 999 fps | 799 fps | 640 fps | 520 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 | 941 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 829 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 992 fps | 806 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 937 fps | 761 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 855 fps | 694 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 965 fps | 772 fps | 627 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 999 fps | 827 fps | 662 fps | 538 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 749 fps | 600 fps | 480 fps | 390 fps |
4K performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 932 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 836 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 970 fps | 788 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 999 fps | 911 fps | 741 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 900 fps | 720 fps | 585 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 965 fps | 772 fps | 617 fps | 502 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 850 fps | 680 fps | 544 fps | 442 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 827 fps | 662 fps | 529 fps | 430 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 781 fps | 625 fps | 500 fps | 406 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 712 fps | 570 fps | 456 fps | 370 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 643 fps | 515 fps | 412 fps | 334 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 551 fps | 441 fps | 353 fps | 287 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 400 fps | 320 fps | 256 fps | 208 fps |
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About
AWA, released in 2016, is a fast-paced shoot-em-up game that combines arcade action with indie charm. Players pilot one of eight modern military aircraft, engaging in aerial battles across nine adrenaline-fueled stages, each culminating in epic boss fights. While it holds a mediocre rating of 50/100, AWA offers a nostalgic and thrilling experience for fans of the shooter genre.
When it comes to PC performance, AWA is quite accessible, making it suitable for players with entry-level hardware. The minimum GPU requirement of around 472 points suggests that you can achieve smooth FPS on budget systems without needing cutting-edge graphics. For those looking to optimize their experience, a modest GPU upgrade can significantly enhance performance, allowing for higher graphics settings and smoother gameplay across the varied environments of the game.
Should you play AWA? If you enjoy arcade-style shooters and are looking for a game that offers intense action without requiring high-end hardware, it may be worth a shot. However, keep its average rating in mind; it's best suited for gamers who appreciate its genre and can overlook some shortcomings in execution.
Performance profile
Released in June 2016, AWA 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.
AWA is latency-sensitive: a high refresh-rate monitor (144 Hz+) and consistent 1% low framerate matter more than raw averages. Aim for a GPU that delivers 20–30% more headroom than the "just 60 FPS" tier to keep frame pacing smooth during intense fights.
Extremely light — AWA 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.
