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Ghost Blade HD

Ghost Blade HD

70/100
1 ratings2017Easy to run

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1080p performance

Ghost Blade HD 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 fps922 fps
RTX 3060999 fps999 fps973 fps791 fps
GTX 1660 Super999 fps882 fps705 fps573 fps

1440p performance

Ghost Blade HD 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 fps914 fps
RTX 3080999 fps999 fps999 fps889 fps
RTX 4060 Ti999 fps999 fps999 fps840 fps
RTX 3070999 fps999 fps943 fps766 fps
RTX 4060999 fps999 fps851 fps692 fps
RTX 3060999 fps912 fps730 fps593 fps
GTX 1660 Super827 fps661 fps529 fps430 fps

4K performance

Ghost Blade HD 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 fps922 fps
RTX 5080999 fps999 fps999 fps870 fps
RTX 4080 Super999 fps999 fps999 fps817 fps
RTX 4070 Ti999 fps993 fps795 fps646 fps
RTX 4070999 fps851 fps681 fps553 fps
RX 7800 XT938 fps750 fps600 fps488 fps
RTX 3080912 fps730 fps584 fps474 fps
RTX 4060 Ti861 fps689 fps551 fps448 fps
RTX 3070785 fps628 fps503 fps408 fps
RTX 4060709 fps568 fps454 fps369 fps
RTX 3060608 fps486 fps389 fps316 fps
GTX 1660 Super441 fps353 fps282 fps229 fps

Minimum Hardware

Graphics Card
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512MB GeForce 310, Radeon HD 5470 or better

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Processor
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Intel Core 2 Duo or higher

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Memory
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1 GB

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Genres

ShooterIndieArcade

About

Ghost Blade HD, released in 2017, is an engaging bullet-hell shoot 'em up that revives the classic arcade experience with its fast-paced, addictive gameplay. Drawing inspiration from the beloved shooters of the 1990s, this indie title combines nostalgic elements with modern graphics and effects. The game is designed for score chasers and features a unique 2-player mode as well as TATE mode, adding to its competitive appeal and replay value.

In terms of PC performance, Ghost Blade HD is quite accessible, requiring an entry-level GPU with a benchmark score of around 215 for optimal gameplay. Players can expect smooth performance at 60 FPS on lower-end systems, such as those equipped with integrated graphics or entry-level discrete GPUs. With a minimum RAM requirement of just 1 GB, even budget builds can handle this title without breaking a sweat, making it an excellent choice for casual gamers.

Given its rating of 70/100, Ghost Blade HD is certainly worth a try, especially for fans of the arcade shooter genre. Its engaging gameplay and vibrant graphics promise an enjoyable experience for both newcomers and seasoned players alike, making it a solid addition to any indie gaming library.

Performance profile

February 2017 release. Ghost Blade HD 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.

Ghost Blade HD 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.

Extremely light — Ghost Blade HD 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

10,000 years ago an Artificial Intelligence known as Shira was built to protect the residents of Mars. As time passed the AI became corrupted and Shira started to attack the Mars colonies. With no way to defend itself against ‘Evil Shira’ Mars calls for help. The Earth Defense Force fleet fights its way to ‘Evil Shira’ and uses powerful lasers to destroy it. However, ‘Evil Shira’ secretly had a backup that flees into space and takes over an abandoned space station at the outskirts of the solar system. When the EDF notices the escape they send their bravest fighter after ‘Evil Shira’. You are this pilot, and your mission is to destroy Evil Shira before it can complete its new attack force and threaten the existence of the entire universe.

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