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Cryptark

Cryptark

80/100
9 ratings2017Easy to run

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1080p performance

Cryptark estimated FPS at 1080p across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPUlowmediumhighultra
RTX 5090999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4090999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RX 7900 XTX999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 5080999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4080 Super999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4070 Ti999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4070999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RX 7800 XT999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 3080999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4060 Ti999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 3070999 fps999 fps999 fps994 fps
RTX 4060999 fps999 fps999 fps898 fps
RTX 3060999 fps999 fps947 fps770 fps
GTX 1660 Super999 fps859 fps687 fps558 fps

1440p performance

Cryptark estimated FPS at 1440p across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPUlowmediumhighultra
RTX 5090999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4090999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RX 7900 XTX999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 5080999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4080 Super999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4070 Ti999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4070999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RX 7800 XT999 fps999 fps999 fps890 fps
RTX 3080999 fps999 fps999 fps866 fps
RTX 4060 Ti999 fps999 fps999 fps818 fps
RTX 3070999 fps999 fps918 fps746 fps
RTX 4060999 fps999 fps829 fps674 fps
RTX 3060999 fps888 fps711 fps577 fps
GTX 1660 Super805 fps644 fps515 fps419 fps

4K performance

Cryptark estimated FPS at 4K across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPUlowmediumhighultra
RTX 5090999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4090999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RX 7900 XTX999 fps999 fps999 fps898 fps
RTX 5080999 fps999 fps999 fps847 fps
RTX 4080 Super999 fps999 fps979 fps795 fps
RTX 4070 Ti999 fps967 fps774 fps629 fps
RTX 4070999 fps829 fps663 fps539 fps
RX 7800 XT913 fps730 fps584 fps475 fps
RTX 3080888 fps711 fps568 fps462 fps
RTX 4060 Ti839 fps671 fps537 fps436 fps
RTX 3070765 fps612 fps489 fps398 fps
RTX 4060691 fps553 fps442 fps359 fps
RTX 3060592 fps474 fps379 fps308 fps
GTX 1660 Super429 fps343 fps275 fps223 fps

Minimum Hardware

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Geforce 9600 GS, Radeon HD4000, Shader Model 3.0, 512 MB

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Processor
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Dual-core processor (Intel Dual Core 2.0 GHz or AMD Athlon X2 5200+ 2.6 GHz)

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Memory
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1 GB

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Genres

About

Cryptark, released in 2017, is a unique 2D roguelike shooter that combines action, adventure, and strategy in a compelling way. Players step into the role of interstellar privateers, tasked with boarding and neutralizing procedurally generated alien starships to sustain their enterprise. What sets Cryptark apart is its challenging gameplay where failure means losing your hard-earned investments, all while navigating through decaying alien arks teeming with threats.

To get a solid performance while playing Cryptark, you won't need a high-end gaming rig. The game requires an entry-level GPU, with a minimum score of around 282, making it accessible even for those with modest setups. Players can expect decent FPS on budget-friendly graphics cards, allowing for smooth gameplay even on lower graphics settings. With just 1 GB of RAM needed, most contemporary PCs should have no trouble running Cryptark efficiently.

With an impressive rating of 80/100, Cryptark stands out as a worthwhile addition for fans of the indie genre. Its blend of tactical gameplay and engaging action makes it a captivating choice for gamers looking for a unique experience. If you're seeking a game that challenges your strategic thinking while delivering solid gameplay, Cryptark is definitely worth your time.

Performance profile

June 2017 release. Cryptark 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, Cryptark 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 — Cryptark 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.

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