Lords of the Black Sun
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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 | 999 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 929 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 980 fps | 796 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 999 fps | 888 fps | 710 fps | 577 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 | 999 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 920 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 895 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 846 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 949 fps | 771 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 857 fps | 696 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 999 fps | 918 fps | 735 fps | 597 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 832 fps | 666 fps | 533 fps | 433 fps |
4K 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 | 929 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 876 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 822 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 800 fps | 650 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 857 fps | 686 fps | 557 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 944 fps | 755 fps | 604 fps | 491 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 918 fps | 735 fps | 588 fps | 478 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 867 fps | 694 fps | 555 fps | 451 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 791 fps | 633 fps | 506 fps | 411 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 714 fps | 571 fps | 457 fps | 371 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 612 fps | 490 fps | 392 fps | 318 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 444 fps | 355 fps | 284 fps | 231 fps |
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About
"Lords of the Black Sun," released in 2014, is an indie, turn-based 4X strategy game that immerses players in the depths of space. Players take command of a unique race and engage in a complex struggle for galactic supremacy, managing resources, exploring new planets, and commanding fleets in battles against rival empires. Despite its intriguing premise, the game holds a modest rating of 40/100, reflecting mixed reviews from players and critics alike.
In terms of PC performance, "Lords of the Black Sun" is accessible to a wide range of systems. With a minimum GPU requirement of an entry-level graphics card and just 2 GB of RAM, players can expect reasonable FPS even on lower-end setups. For optimal performance, a GPU that scores around 200 points or higher should provide smoother gameplay and better graphics settings, making it suitable for budget-conscious gamers looking to explore the universe without heavy hardware demands.
Should you give "Lords of the Black Sun" a try? While the game has received a low rating, if you're a fan of strategy games and enjoy exploring complex systems in an indie format, it might still offer a fulfilling experience. Just be prepared for some challenges, both in gameplay and technical performance.
Performance profile
Released in September 2014, Lords of the Black Sun 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, Lords of the Black Sun 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 — Lords of the Black Sun 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.
