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Blackwind

Blackwind

2022Easy to run

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1080p performance

Blackwind estimated FPS at 1080p across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPUlowmediumhighultra
RTX 5090999 fps871 fps697 fps566 fps
RTX 4090999 fps809 fps647 fps526 fps
RX 7900 XTX907 fps726 fps581 fps472 fps
RTX 5080855 fps684 fps547 fps445 fps
RTX 4080 Super803 fps643 fps514 fps418 fps
RTX 4070 Ti635 fps508 fps406 fps330 fps
RTX 4070544 fps435 fps348 fps283 fps
RX 7800 XT479 fps384 fps307 fps249 fps
RTX 3080466 fps373 fps299 fps243 fps
RTX 4060 Ti441 fps352 fps282 fps229 fps
RTX 3070402 fps321 fps257 fps209 fps
RTX 4060363 fps290 fps232 fps189 fps
RTX 3060311 fps249 fps199 fps162 fps
GTX 1660 Super225 fps180 fps144 fps117 fps

1440p performance

Blackwind estimated FPS at 1440p across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPUlowmediumhighultra
RTX 5090816 fps653 fps522 fps424 fps
RTX 4090758 fps606 fps485 fps394 fps
RX 7900 XTX680 fps544 fps435 fps354 fps
RTX 5080641 fps513 fps411 fps334 fps
RTX 4080 Super603 fps482 fps386 fps313 fps
RTX 4070 Ti476 fps381 fps305 fps248 fps
RTX 4070408 fps327 fps261 fps212 fps
RX 7800 XT360 fps288 fps230 fps187 fps
RTX 3080350 fps280 fps224 fps182 fps
RTX 4060 Ti330 fps264 fps211 fps172 fps
RTX 3070301 fps241 fps193 fps157 fps
RTX 4060272 fps218 fps174 fps141 fps
RTX 3060233 fps187 fps149 fps121 fps
GTX 1660 Super169 fps135 fps108 fps88 fps

4K performance

Blackwind estimated FPS at 4K across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPUlowmediumhighultra
RTX 5090435 fps348 fps279 fps226 fps
RTX 4090404 fps323 fps259 fps210 fps
RX 7900 XTX363 fps290 fps232 fps189 fps
RTX 5080342 fps274 fps219 fps178 fps
RTX 4080 Super321 fps257 fps206 fps167 fps
RTX 4070 Ti254 fps203 fps163 fps132 fps
RTX 4070218 fps174 fps139 fps113 fps
RX 7800 XT192 fps153 fps123 fps100 fps
RTX 3080187 fps149 fps119 fps97 fps
RTX 4060 Ti176 fps141 fps113 fps92 fps
RTX 3070161 fps129 fps103 fps84 fps
RTX 4060145 fps116 fps93 fps75 fps
RTX 3060124 fps100 fps80 fps65 fps
GTX 1660 Super90 fps72 fps58 fps47 fps

Minimum Hardware

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NVIDIA GeForce GTX 760

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Processor
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AMD FX-8320 (3.5 GHz) / Intel i5-4690K (3.5 GHz) or better

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Memory
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4 GB

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Genres

ShooterPlatformHack and slash/Beat 'em upAdventureIndieArcade

About

Blackwind, released in 2022, is an engaging top-down sci-fi action game that immerses players in a frantic adventure where they control a teenager trapped inside a prototype battle armor suit. As alien forces invade, players must face relentless enemies, slice through their ranks, and ultimately attempt to save the planet. Its blend of hack-and-slash mechanics, platforming elements, and shooter gameplay makes it a notable indie title that stands out in a crowded gaming landscape.

For optimal performance in Blackwind, players should look for GPUs that score around 4823 or higher, indicating it requires at least an entry-level graphics card. The game is relatively accessible, running smoothly on setups that include a minimum CPU score of 5127 and 4 GB of RAM. Users can expect decent FPS even on lower-end hardware, making it an ideal choice for gamers with budget systems looking for an engaging experience without demanding specs.

If you enjoy action-packed, arcade-style gameplay with a mix of adventure elements, Blackwind comes highly recommended. Its unique premise and engaging combat mechanics are worth exploring, especially for fans of indie titles that offer a fresh take on conventional genres.

Performance profile

Released in January 2022, Blackwind targets RTX 20/30-series and RX 6000-era hardware. A current mid-range GPU (RTX 4060 Ti / RX 7700 XT) is the sweet spot for 1440p Ultra; 4K needs a high-end card.

Blackwind 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.

Entry-level hardware target. A GTX 1650 or RX 6500 XT reaches 60 FPS at 1080p Medium in Blackwind; an RTX 4060 comfortably sustains 1440p Ultra. 4K Ultra 60 FPS needs an RTX 4070 or better.

Storyline

When the starship Pandora is shot down, James Hawkins finds himself trapped inside a military prototype Battle Frame armor as he hurtles towards Medusa-42. As the Raknos hordes ravage the planet and leave every human mining colony in ruins, James doesn’t have long to discover how to operate the Battle Frame if he wants to survive his dangerous surroundings and find his missing father. But James isn’t alone on his quest – an unexpected ally hides inside his Battle Frame…

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