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Dwarf Star

Dwarf Star

2022Easy to run

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1080p performance

Dwarf Star 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 fps999 fps
RTX 4060999 fps999 fps999 fps963 fps
RTX 3060999 fps999 fps999 fps825 fps
GTX 1660 Super999 fps921 fps737 fps598 fps

1440p performance

Dwarf Star 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 fps954 fps
RTX 3080999 fps999 fps999 fps929 fps
RTX 4060 Ti999 fps999 fps999 fps877 fps
RTX 3070999 fps999 fps984 fps800 fps
RTX 4060999 fps999 fps889 fps722 fps
RTX 3060999 fps952 fps762 fps619 fps
GTX 1660 Super863 fps690 fps552 fps449 fps

4K performance

Dwarf Star 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 fps963 fps
RTX 5080999 fps999 fps999 fps908 fps
RTX 4080 Super999 fps999 fps999 fps853 fps
RTX 4070 Ti999 fps999 fps830 fps674 fps
RTX 4070999 fps889 fps711 fps578 fps
RX 7800 XT979 fps783 fps626 fps509 fps
RTX 3080952 fps762 fps610 fps495 fps
RTX 4060 Ti899 fps720 fps576 fps468 fps
RTX 3070820 fps656 fps525 fps426 fps
RTX 4060741 fps593 fps474 fps385 fps
RTX 3060635 fps508 fps406 fps330 fps
GTX 1660 Super460 fps368 fps295 fps239 fps

Minimum Hardware

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Intel HD Graphics or AMD (formerly ATI) Radeon HD Graphics (Discrete): Nvidia GeForce 9600 GT or AMD Radeon HD 2400

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Processor
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Intel or AMD Dual Core CPU

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Memory
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1 GB

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About

"Dwarf Star," released in 2022, is an engaging action indie game that combines a nostalgic 16-bit aesthetic with a top-down space shooter format. Players take on the role of a mercenary tasked with battling evil aliens, a result of a government mishap. The game's mission-based structure allows for varied gameplay, letting players complete objectives in multiple orders while upgrading their arsenal, adding to its replayability.

When it comes to performance, "Dwarf Star" is designed to be accessible, requiring only an entry-level GPU with a minimum benchmark score around 114. This means that players with basic hardware can enjoy smooth gameplay without the need for high-end setups. For optimal FPS, using mid-range GPUs from recent generations will significantly enhance the graphics settings, providing an enjoyable gaming experience even for those without the latest technology.

If you're a fan of action-packed indie games, "Dwarf Star" comes highly recommended. The engaging gameplay and charming retro graphics give it a unique flair that sets it apart within its genre. Its relatively low hardware requirements make it a great option for casual gamers and those looking for an entertaining title without a significant hardware investment.

Performance profile

Released in November 2022, Dwarf Star 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.

Action titles like Dwarf Star reward high framerates for visual clarity during combat. A mid-range modern GPU at 1440p 60–120 FPS is the practical sweet spot; VRR (G-Sync/FreeSync) smooths out drops during heavy effects.

Extremely light — Dwarf Star 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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