Bare Metal
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Bare Metal 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 | 999 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 989 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 848 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 999 fps | 946 fps | 757 fps | 615 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 | 999 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 980 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 954 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 901 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 821 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 913 fps | 742 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 999 fps | 978 fps | 783 fps | 636 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 887 fps | 709 fps | 567 fps | 461 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 | 999 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 989 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 933 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 876 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 852 fps | 692 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 913 fps | 730 fps | 593 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 804 fps | 643 fps | 523 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 978 fps | 783 fps | 626 fps | 509 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 924 fps | 739 fps | 591 fps | 480 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 842 fps | 674 fps | 539 fps | 438 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 761 fps | 609 fps | 487 fps | 396 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 652 fps | 522 fps | 417 fps | 339 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 473 fps | 378 fps | 303 fps | 246 fps |
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About
Bare Metal, released in 2017, is an engaging indie simulator that blends tug-of-war mechanics with strategic gameplay. Players quickly find themselves immersed in fast-paced battles, where quick decision-making and tactical positioning are essential. The game’s unique approach to the tug-of-war genre sets it apart, making for a thrilling experience that can be enjoyed solo or with friends.
In terms of PC performance, Bare Metal is quite accessible, making it an excellent choice for gamers with entry-level systems. The game can run smoothly on a GPU with a minimum score of around 50, allowing significant flexibility even with modest setups. For those looking to achieve higher FPS and optimal graphics settings, a mid-tier GPU may enhance performance, but the game is designed to be enjoyed even on lower-end hardware with just 1 GB of RAM required.
If you appreciate indie titles that focus on strategic gameplay, Bare Metal is definitely worth your time. Its engaging mechanics and accessible nature make it a fun option for both seasoned gamers and newcomers alike, earning it a positive reception within its genre.
Performance profile
December 2017 release. Bare Metal was built around the GTX 10-series / RX Vega era. Current-gen mid-range cards (RTX 4060 / RX 7600) are overkill at 1080p and handle 1440p Ultra comfortably.
As a strategy title, Bare Metal 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 — Bare Metal 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.
