First Strike
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First Strike 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 | 969 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 884 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 982 fps | 798 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 842 fps | 684 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 954 fps | 763 fps | 611 fps | 496 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 | 898 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 999 fps | 974 fps | 791 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 947 fps | 770 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 895 fps | 727 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 816 fps | 663 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 921 fps | 737 fps | 599 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 987 fps | 789 fps | 632 fps | 513 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 715 fps | 572 fps | 458 fps | 372 fps |
4K performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 958 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 889 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 999 fps | 982 fps | 798 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 926 fps | 753 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 999 fps | 870 fps | 707 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 860 fps | 688 fps | 559 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 921 fps | 737 fps | 589 fps | 479 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 811 fps | 649 fps | 519 fps | 422 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 789 fps | 632 fps | 505 fps | 411 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 746 fps | 596 fps | 477 fps | 388 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 680 fps | 544 fps | 435 fps | 354 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 614 fps | 491 fps | 393 fps | 319 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 526 fps | 421 fps | 337 fps | 274 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 382 fps | 305 fps | 244 fps | 198 fps |
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About
"First Strike," released in 2014, is a compelling blend of action, indie, simulation, and strategy genres. This game places players in the midst of a tense geopolitical landscape where every decision can lead to devastating consequences. With its snappy gameplay and intuitive interface, "First Strike" allows players to dive into the intricate world of nuclear strategy, making it an engaging experience for those who enjoy tactical gameplay and high-stakes decisions.
When it comes to PC performance, "First Strike" is relatively accessible, requiring only an entry-level GPU with a minimum score of around 600 to run smoothly. Players can expect solid FPS even on modest hardware, making it an excellent choice for those with budget gaming rigs. A minimum of 4 GB of RAM is necessary, but with the right optimizations and moderate graphics settings, players can enjoy fluid gameplay without needing top-of-the-line components.
If you're a fan of strategy games and enjoy tackling challenging scenarios, "First Strike" comes highly recommended. Its unique theme and thought-provoking gameplay earn it a positive reception among players, making it a great addition to any PC gaming library, especially for those who appreciate tense decision-making moments in their gaming experience.
Performance profile
Released in March 2014, First Strike sits in the DirectX 11 generation. Comfortable on any modern mid-range GPU at 1440p; even an RTX 3050 or RX 6600 typically delivers 4K60 at High settings.
As a strategy title, First Strike 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 — First Strike 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
Why does humanity still maintain so many nuclear bombs to destroy mothership earth more than 10'000 times? We have to solve this - Welcome to First Strike.
