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Shift

Shift

50/100
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1080p performance

Shift 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 fps950 fps
RTX 4060999 fps999 fps999 fps858 fps
RTX 3060999 fps999 fps906 fps736 fps
GTX 1660 Super999 fps821 fps657 fps533 fps

1440p performance

Shift 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 fps966 fps
RX 7800 XT999 fps999 fps999 fps851 fps
RTX 3080999 fps999 fps999 fps828 fps
RTX 4060 Ti999 fps999 fps962 fps782 fps
RTX 3070999 fps999 fps877 fps713 fps
RTX 4060999 fps991 fps792 fps644 fps
RTX 3060999 fps849 fps679 fps552 fps
GTX 1660 Super769 fps616 fps492 fps400 fps

4K performance

Shift estimated FPS at 4K across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPUlowmediumhighultra
RTX 5090999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4090999 fps999 fps999 fps957 fps
RX 7900 XTX999 fps999 fps999 fps858 fps
RTX 5080999 fps999 fps996 fps809 fps
RTX 4080 Super999 fps999 fps936 fps760 fps
RTX 4070 Ti999 fps925 fps740 fps601 fps
RTX 4070991 fps792 fps634 fps515 fps
RX 7800 XT873 fps698 fps558 fps454 fps
RTX 3080849 fps679 fps543 fps442 fps
RTX 4060 Ti802 fps642 fps513 fps417 fps
RTX 3070731 fps585 fps468 fps380 fps
RTX 4060660 fps528 fps423 fps343 fps
RTX 3060566 fps453 fps362 fps294 fps
GTX 1660 Super410 fps328 fps263 fps213 fps

Minimum Hardware

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512 MB of VRAM and DX9 support

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Core 2 Duo E4500 2.20 GHz or Athlon X2 7450 2.40 GHz

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Memory
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2 GB

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About

Shift, released in 2016, is an indie puzzle strategy game that offers a unique twist on traditional gameplay. Players are tasked with connecting various figures while utilizing yellow "shifters" to change the direction of their lines. The game's engaging mechanics require strategic thinking and planning, making it an intriguing choice for fans of puzzle games looking for a fun challenge.

In terms of PC performance, Shift is relatively accessible and won't require high-end hardware to run smoothly. The minimum GPU requirement is an entry-level graphics card, with a benchmark score of around 400, allowing most players to achieve playable frame rates. With just 2 GB of RAM needed, the game should deliver stable FPS even on lower settings, making it easy for users with basic systems to enjoy the vibrant graphics and dynamic gameplay without significant performance issues.

While Shift has a modest rating of 50/100, its indie charm and unique puzzle elements will appeal to those who enjoy strategy games. If you're a fan of challenging puzzles and have an appreciation for quirky indie titles, give Shift a try, but manage your expectations regarding its overall execution.

Performance profile

Released in August 2016, Shift 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, Shift 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 — Shift 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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