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Gunbird 2

Gunbird 2

75/100
7 ratings1998Easy to run

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1080p performance

Gunbird 2 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 fps936 fps
RTX 4070999 fps999 fps987 fps802 fps
RX 7800 XT999 fps999 fps870 fps707 fps
RTX 3080999 fps999 fps846 fps688 fps
RTX 4060 Ti999 fps999 fps799 fps649 fps
RTX 3070999 fps911 fps729 fps592 fps
RTX 4060999 fps823 fps658 fps535 fps
RTX 3060881 fps705 fps564 fps458 fps
GTX 1660 Super639 fps511 fps409 fps332 fps

1440p performance

Gunbird 2 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 fps945 fps
RTX 4080 Super999 fps999 fps999 fps888 fps
RTX 4070 Ti999 fps999 fps864 fps702 fps
RTX 4070999 fps926 fps740 fps602 fps
RX 7800 XT999 fps815 fps652 fps530 fps
RTX 3080992 fps793 fps635 fps516 fps
RTX 4060 Ti937 fps749 fps599 fps487 fps
RTX 3070854 fps683 fps547 fps444 fps
RTX 4060771 fps617 fps494 fps401 fps
RTX 3060661 fps529 fps423 fps344 fps
GTX 1660 Super479 fps383 fps307 fps249 fps

4K performance

Gunbird 2 estimated FPS at 4K across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPUlowmediumhighultra
RTX 5090999 fps987 fps790 fps642 fps
RTX 4090999 fps917 fps733 fps596 fps
RX 7900 XTX999 fps823 fps658 fps535 fps
RTX 5080970 fps776 fps621 fps504 fps
RTX 4080 Super911 fps729 fps583 fps474 fps
RTX 4070 Ti720 fps576 fps461 fps374 fps
RTX 4070617 fps494 fps395 fps321 fps
RX 7800 XT544 fps435 fps348 fps283 fps
RTX 3080529 fps423 fps338 fps275 fps
RTX 4060 Ti500 fps400 fps320 fps260 fps
RTX 3070455 fps364 fps291 fps237 fps
RTX 4060411 fps329 fps263 fps214 fps
RTX 3060353 fps282 fps226 fps183 fps
GTX 1660 Super256 fps205 fps164 fps133 fps

Minimum Hardware

Graphics Card
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Intel HD Graphics 4000

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Processor
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Core i5 1.7GHz

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Memory
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4 GB

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About

Gunbird 2, released in 1998, is an action-packed vertical shooter that has garnered attention for its quirky humor and engaging gameplay. Players control one of seven eclectic warriors on a quest to gather the celestial elements of Sun, Moon, and Stars. The game stands out with its vibrant graphics and fast-paced action, making it a nostalgic favorite for fans of the genre.

When it comes to PC performance, Gunbird 2 is quite accessible, requiring only an entry-level GPU with a minimum score of around 303. With just 4 GB of RAM, many modern machines can easily achieve smooth frame rates, typically pushing beyond 60 FPS even on lower graphics settings. For optimal performance, pairing this title with budget-friendly GPUs will provide a solid benchmark experience without straining your system.

Given its 70/100 rating and the appeal of its action genre, Gunbird 2 is worth playing for those who enjoy classic shooters and lighthearted narratives. It's an entertaining ride that can be enjoyed by both new players and those looking to relive a gem from gaming history.

Performance profile

Released in February 1998, Gunbird 2 predates modern GPU acceleration as we know it today. It runs effortlessly on virtually any current hardware, including integrated graphics and entry-level laptops — framerate is limited by the engine, not the GPU.

Action titles like Gunbird 2 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 — Gunbird 2 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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