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Shift Happens

Shift Happens

65/100
9 ratings2017Easy to run

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1080p performance

Shift Happens 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 fps936 fps
RTX 4060999 fps999 fps999 fps845 fps
RTX 3060999 fps999 fps892 fps724 fps
GTX 1660 Super999 fps808 fps646 fps525 fps

1440p performance

Shift Happens 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 fps951 fps
RX 7800 XT999 fps999 fps999 fps838 fps
RTX 3080999 fps999 fps999 fps815 fps
RTX 4060 Ti999 fps999 fps947 fps770 fps
RTX 3070999 fps999 fps864 fps702 fps
RTX 4060999 fps975 fps780 fps634 fps
RTX 3060999 fps836 fps669 fps543 fps
GTX 1660 Super758 fps606 fps485 fps394 fps

4K performance

Shift Happens estimated FPS at 4K across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPUlowmediumhighultra
RTX 5090999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4090999 fps999 fps999 fps942 fps
RX 7900 XTX999 fps999 fps999 fps845 fps
RTX 5080999 fps999 fps981 fps797 fps
RTX 4080 Super999 fps999 fps921 fps749 fps
RTX 4070 Ti999 fps910 fps728 fps592 fps
RTX 4070975 fps780 fps624 fps507 fps
RX 7800 XT859 fps687 fps550 fps447 fps
RTX 3080836 fps669 fps535 fps435 fps
RTX 4060 Ti789 fps632 fps505 fps411 fps
RTX 3070720 fps576 fps461 fps374 fps
RTX 4060650 fps520 fps416 fps338 fps
RTX 3060557 fps446 fps357 fps290 fps
GTX 1660 Super404 fps323 fps259 fps210 fps

Minimum Hardware

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Mobility Radeon HD 5650

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Processor
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AMD Phenom II X4 N930 2GHz

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2 GB

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"Shift Happens," released in 2017, is a unique co-op platformer that challenges players to work together as they control two characters, Bismo and Plom. Linked by an accidental bond, the duo must navigate various levels by manipulating their shared mass, allowing them to change size and strength at will. This distinctive mechanic not only emphasizes cooperation but also communication, making it a notable entry in the action and indie genres.

In terms of PC performance, "Shift Happens" is quite accessible, requiring just an entry-level GPU to deliver decent FPS. With a minimum GPU score of around 441, players can expect to run the game smoothly on modest hardware configurations. Alongside the basic requirement of 2 GB RAM, devices that fall within the lower to mid-range graphics tier will be capable of achieving satisfactory graphics settings while maintaining a steady frame rate.

Given its 65/100 rating and engaging cooperative gameplay, "Shift Happens" is worth a try, especially for fans of indie action games. Its emphasis on teamwork and innovative mechanics makes it an enjoyable experience, particularly for those who appreciate creative cooperation in gaming.

Performance profile

February 2017 release. Shift Happens was built around the GTX 10-series / RX Vega era. Current-gen mid-range cards (RTX 4060 / RX 7600) are overkill at 1080p and handle 1440p Ultra comfortably.

Action titles like Shift Happens 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 — Shift Happens 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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