What GPU do I need to run BioShock?

The minimum GPU requirement for BioShock is Nvidia GeForce 6600. For smoother performance at higher settings, a more powerful graphics card is recommended.

What are the system requirements for BioShock?

The minimum system requirements for BioShock are: CPU: Intel Pentium 4 2.4 GHz, GPU: Nvidia GeForce 6600, RAM: 1 GB.

Can I play BioShock at 60 FPS?

To achieve 60 FPS in BioShock at medium-to-high settings, you typically need at least an entry-level GPU (e.g. GTX 1650 or RX 6500 XT). Use the FPS estimator on this page to check your specific GPU.

BioShock

86/100

65 ratings2008Easy to run

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1080p performance

BioShock estimated FPS at 1080p across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
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	890 fps
RX 7800 XT	999 fps	999 fps	965 fps	784 fps
RTX 3080	999 fps	999 fps	939 fps	763 fps
RTX 4060 Ti	999 fps	999 fps	887 fps	721 fps
RTX 3070	999 fps	999 fps	809 fps	657 fps
RTX 4060	999 fps	913 fps	730 fps	593 fps
RTX 3060	978 fps	783 fps	626 fps	509 fps
GTX 1660 Super	709 fps	567 fps	454 fps	369 fps

1440p performance

BioShock estimated FPS at 1440p across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
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	986 fps
RTX 4070 Ti	999 fps	999 fps	959 fps	779 fps
RTX 4070	999 fps	999 fps	822 fps	668 fps
RX 7800 XT	999 fps	905 fps	724 fps	588 fps
RTX 3080	999 fps	880 fps	704 fps	572 fps
RTX 4060 Ti	999 fps	832 fps	665 fps	540 fps
RTX 3070	948 fps	758 fps	607 fps	493 fps
RTX 4060	856 fps	685 fps	548 fps	445 fps
RTX 3060	734 fps	587 fps	470 fps	382 fps
GTX 1660 Super	532 fps	426 fps	340 fps	277 fps

4K performance

BioShock estimated FPS at 4K across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPU	low	medium	high	ultra
RTX 5090	999 fps	999 fps	877 fps	712 fps
RTX 4090	999 fps	999 fps	814 fps	661 fps
RX 7900 XTX	999 fps	913 fps	730 fps	593 fps
RTX 5080	999 fps	861 fps	689 fps	560 fps
RTX 4080 Super	999 fps	809 fps	647 fps	526 fps
RTX 4070 Ti	799 fps	639 fps	511 fps	415 fps
RTX 4070	685 fps	548 fps	438 fps	356 fps
RX 7800 XT	603 fps	483 fps	386 fps	314 fps
RTX 3080	587 fps	470 fps	376 fps	305 fps
RTX 4060 Ti	554 fps	443 fps	355 fps	288 fps
RTX 3070	505 fps	404 fps	323 fps	263 fps
RTX 4060	457 fps	365 fps	292 fps	237 fps
RTX 3060	391 fps	313 fps	250 fps	203 fps
GTX 1660 Super	284 fps	227 fps	182 fps	148 fps

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About

BioShock, released in 2008, is a first-person shooter that revolutionized narrative-driven gaming with its immersive setting in the underwater city of Rapture. Players step into the shoes of Jack, a man who uncovers the dark secrets of this dystopian world while battling mutated inhabitants and using a unique plasmid system for combat and exploration. Its blend of engaging storytelling, artistic graphics, and exceptional atmosphere has made it a standout title in the gaming community.

In terms of PC performance, BioShock is quite accessible given its 2008 release, requiring only an entry-level GPU with a minimum score of around 51 to deliver an enjoyable experience. Players can expect decent FPS on older systems, making it a great option for those with modest hardware. To optimize performance, consider using lower graphics settings if you're working with minimal memory, as the game requires at least 1 GB of RAM to run smoothly, allowing for a more enjoyable benchmark experience.

With an impressive rating of 86/100, BioShock is a must-play for fans of narrative-heavy games and FPS enthusiasts alike. Its innovative gameplay and storytelling will keep you engaged, making it a worthy addition to any gaming library.

Performance profile

October 2008 release. BioShock targets mid-2000s-to-early-2010s hardware — any modern entry-level GPU (GTX 1650 tier or newer integrated graphics) handles it at 1080p Ultra without breaking a sweat.

Extremely light — BioShock 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.

Storyline

In the year 1960, a plane crashes in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean with a man named Jack as the only survivor. He has the apparent luck of resurfacing in front of what looks like a door to an underwater complex. Without hesitating, Jack enters the door and is greeted by slogans that praise the city of Rapture, a paradise of free will built in the 1940s by a business magnate named Andrew Ryan. However, even before he assimilates all this new information, the descent to this supposed paradise ends and he can only see ruins and chaos. Learning about the destiny of Rapture will be now Jack's main motivation while he tries to survive the horrors that free can create.