Murder in a Wheel
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1080p performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 945 fps | 756 fps | 614 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 877 fps | 702 fps | 570 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 984 fps | 787 fps | 630 fps | 512 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 928 fps | 742 fps | 594 fps | 483 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 872 fps | 697 fps | 558 fps | 453 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 689 fps | 551 fps | 441 fps | 358 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 591 fps | 472 fps | 378 fps | 307 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 520 fps | 416 fps | 333 fps | 271 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 506 fps | 405 fps | 324 fps | 263 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 478 fps | 382 fps | 306 fps | 249 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 436 fps | 349 fps | 279 fps | 227 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 394 fps | 315 fps | 252 fps | 205 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 337 fps | 270 fps | 216 fps | 175 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 245 fps | 196 fps | 157 fps | 127 fps |
1440p performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 886 fps | 709 fps | 567 fps | 461 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 823 fps | 658 fps | 526 fps | 428 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 738 fps | 591 fps | 472 fps | 384 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 696 fps | 557 fps | 445 fps | 362 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 654 fps | 523 fps | 418 fps | 340 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 517 fps | 413 fps | 331 fps | 269 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 443 fps | 354 fps | 283 fps | 230 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 390 fps | 312 fps | 250 fps | 203 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 380 fps | 304 fps | 243 fps | 197 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 359 fps | 287 fps | 229 fps | 186 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 327 fps | 262 fps | 209 fps | 170 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 295 fps | 236 fps | 189 fps | 154 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 253 fps | 202 fps | 162 fps | 132 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 183 fps | 147 fps | 117 fps | 95 fps |
4K performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 472 fps | 378 fps | 302 fps | 246 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 439 fps | 351 fps | 281 fps | 228 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 394 fps | 315 fps | 252 fps | 205 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 371 fps | 297 fps | 238 fps | 193 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 349 fps | 279 fps | 223 fps | 181 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 276 fps | 220 fps | 176 fps | 143 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 236 fps | 189 fps | 151 fps | 123 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 208 fps | 166 fps | 133 fps | 108 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 202 fps | 162 fps | 130 fps | 105 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 191 fps | 153 fps | 122 fps | 99 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 174 fps | 139 fps | 112 fps | 91 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 157 fps | 126 fps | 101 fps | 82 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 135 fps | 108 fps | 86 fps | 70 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 98 fps | 78 fps | 63 fps | 51 fps |
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About
"Murder in a Wheel" (2007) offers a unique blend of genres with its combination of indie gameplay and racing simulation, making it an intriguing title in the gaming landscape. Players step into a locked room mystery where they must solve the murder of Roderick, Lady Blackwin's cherished hamster. This distinctive premise sets it apart, as it combines strategic thinking with the thrill of racing gameplay.
For those looking to run "Murder in a Wheel," the game is quite accessible, making it ideal for a wide range of PC setups. With a minimum GPU requirement of an entry-level unit that has a score of around 8000 and just 1 GB of RAM needed, players can expect decent performance without the need for high-end hardware. This means that on compatible systems, players can achieve stable FPS even at moderate graphics settings, ensuring an enjoyable experience.
Should you give "Murder in a Wheel" a try? If you're a fan of indie games and appreciate a light-hearted yet challenging mystery that integrates racing mechanics, then this game is worth your time. Its charming narrative and engaging gameplay warrant a playthrough, particularly for those interested in unique gaming experiences.
Performance profile
October 2007 release. Murder in a Wheel targets mid-2000s-to-early-2010s hardware — any modern entry-level GPU (GTX 1650 tier or newer integrated graphics) handles it at 1080p Ultra without breaking a sweat.
As a strategy title, Murder in a Wheel 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.
Mid-range territory. An RTX 3060 or RX 6700 XT delivers 60 FPS at 1080p High in Murder in a Wheel. For 1440p Ultra you'll want an RTX 4060 Ti / RX 7700 XT; 4K Ultra needs an RTX 4070 Ti or faster.
