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Gunhead

Gunhead

2023Easy to run

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1080p performance

Gunhead estimated FPS at 1080p across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPUlowmediumhighultra
RTX 5090999 fps940 fps752 fps611 fps
RTX 4090999 fps872 fps698 fps567 fps
RX 7900 XTX979 fps783 fps626 fps509 fps
RTX 5080923 fps738 fps591 fps480 fps
RTX 4080 Super867 fps694 fps555 fps451 fps
RTX 4070 Ti685 fps548 fps438 fps356 fps
RTX 4070587 fps470 fps376 fps305 fps
RX 7800 XT517 fps414 fps331 fps269 fps
RTX 3080503 fps403 fps322 fps262 fps
RTX 4060 Ti475 fps380 fps304 fps247 fps
RTX 3070433 fps347 fps277 fps225 fps
RTX 4060391 fps313 fps251 fps204 fps
RTX 3060336 fps268 fps215 fps174 fps
GTX 1660 Super243 fps195 fps156 fps127 fps

1440p performance

Gunhead estimated FPS at 1440p across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPUlowmediumhighultra
RTX 5090881 fps705 fps564 fps458 fps
RTX 4090818 fps654 fps523 fps425 fps
RX 7900 XTX734 fps587 fps470 fps382 fps
RTX 5080692 fps554 fps443 fps360 fps
RTX 4080 Super650 fps520 fps416 fps338 fps
RTX 4070 Ti514 fps411 fps329 fps267 fps
RTX 4070440 fps352 fps282 fps229 fps
RX 7800 XT388 fps310 fps248 fps202 fps
RTX 3080378 fps302 fps242 fps196 fps
RTX 4060 Ti357 fps285 fps228 fps185 fps
RTX 3070325 fps260 fps208 fps169 fps
RTX 4060294 fps235 fps188 fps153 fps
RTX 3060252 fps201 fps161 fps131 fps
GTX 1660 Super182 fps146 fps117 fps95 fps

4K performance

Gunhead estimated FPS at 4K across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPUlowmediumhighultra
RTX 5090470 fps376 fps301 fps244 fps
RTX 4090436 fps349 fps279 fps227 fps
RX 7900 XTX391 fps313 fps251 fps204 fps
RTX 5080369 fps295 fps236 fps192 fps
RTX 4080 Super347 fps277 fps222 fps180 fps
RTX 4070 Ti274 fps219 fps175 fps143 fps
RTX 4070235 fps188 fps150 fps122 fps
RX 7800 XT207 fps166 fps132 fps108 fps
RTX 3080201 fps161 fps129 fps105 fps
RTX 4060 Ti190 fps152 fps122 fps99 fps
RTX 3070173 fps139 fps111 fps90 fps
RTX 4060157 fps125 fps100 fps81 fps
RTX 3060134 fps107 fps86 fps70 fps
GTX 1660 Super97 fps78 fps62 fps51 fps

Minimum Hardware

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NVIDIA GTX 670 2GB/AMD Radeon HD 7870 2GB or better

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Processor
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Intel Core i5-2400/AMD FX-8320 or better

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Memory
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8 GB

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About

Gunhead, released in 2023, is an action-packed indie title that immerses players in a unique open-world experience. In this fast-paced first-person shooter, you embody a pirate mech equipped with a gun for a head, as you navigate derelict spaceships teeming with monstrous drones crafted from bone and steel. The intriguing premise and dynamic gameplay make Gunhead a standout addition to the genre, appealing to gamers seeking frenetic action and exploration.

In terms of PC performance, Gunhead is designed to be accessible, with relatively modest hardware requirements. To achieve smooth FPS, players can run the game effectively with an entry-level GPU scoring around 4470 and a CPU with a benchmark score of approximately 3185. Ideally, 8 GB of RAM is necessary to ensure optimal performance; this allows for decent graphics settings that enhance the immersive experience without demanding high-end components.

If you enjoy action-packed shooters with a distinct flair, Gunhead comes highly recommended. Its unique premise and engaging gameplay, coupled with moderate system requirements, make it an excellent choice for gamers looking to dive into a thrilling adventure.

Performance profile

November 2023 release. As a current-generation title, Gunhead pushes modern hardware — expect to need an RTX 40-series or RX 7000-series GPU to enjoy it at native 4K Ultra without leaning on upscaling.

Action titles like Gunhead 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.

Entry-level hardware target. A GTX 1650 or RX 6500 XT reaches 60 FPS at 1080p Medium in Gunhead; an RTX 4060 comfortably sustains 1440p Ultra. 4K Ultra 60 FPS needs an RTX 4070 or better.

Storyline

Gunhead is a direct sequel to Alientrap’s previous game Cryptark - taking it's strategic fast paced gameplay and expanding it to an roguelike FPS experience. Board and neutralize procedurally generated alien starships Fast paced jetpack-enabled FPS gameplay with 4 guns ready and loaded. Each enemy ship is it’s own unique challenge. Set your loadout based on over 50 weapons and items before strategizing a plan of attack to take out the complex interconnected enemy security systems.

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