Shock Tactics
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1080p performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 778 fps | 623 fps | 498 fps | 405 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 723 fps | 578 fps | 463 fps | 376 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 649 fps | 519 fps | 415 fps | 337 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 612 fps | 489 fps | 391 fps | 318 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 574 fps | 460 fps | 368 fps | 299 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 454 fps | 363 fps | 291 fps | 236 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 389 fps | 311 fps | 249 fps | 202 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 343 fps | 274 fps | 219 fps | 178 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 334 fps | 267 fps | 213 fps | 173 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 315 fps | 252 fps | 202 fps | 164 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 287 fps | 230 fps | 184 fps | 149 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 259 fps | 208 fps | 166 fps | 135 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 222 fps | 178 fps | 142 fps | 116 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 161 fps | 129 fps | 103 fps | 84 fps |
1440p performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 584 fps | 467 fps | 374 fps | 304 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 542 fps | 434 fps | 347 fps | 282 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 486 fps | 389 fps | 311 fps | 253 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 459 fps | 367 fps | 294 fps | 239 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 431 fps | 345 fps | 276 fps | 224 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 341 fps | 272 fps | 218 fps | 177 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 292 fps | 234 fps | 187 fps | 152 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 257 fps | 206 fps | 165 fps | 134 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 250 fps | 200 fps | 160 fps | 130 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 236 fps | 189 fps | 151 fps | 123 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 215 fps | 172 fps | 138 fps | 112 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 195 fps | 156 fps | 125 fps | 101 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 167 fps | 133 fps | 107 fps | 87 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 121 fps | 97 fps | 77 fps | 63 fps |
4K performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 311 fps | 249 fps | 199 fps | 162 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 289 fps | 231 fps | 185 fps | 150 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 259 fps | 208 fps | 166 fps | 135 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 245 fps | 196 fps | 157 fps | 127 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 230 fps | 184 fps | 147 fps | 119 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 182 fps | 145 fps | 116 fps | 94 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 156 fps | 125 fps | 100 fps | 81 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 137 fps | 110 fps | 88 fps | 71 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 133 fps | 107 fps | 85 fps | 69 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 126 fps | 101 fps | 81 fps | 66 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 115 fps | 92 fps | 74 fps | 60 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 104 fps | 83 fps | 66 fps | 54 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 89 fps | 71 fps | 57 fps | 46 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 64 fps | 52 fps | 41 fps | 34 fps |
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About
Shock Tactics, released in 2017, blends RPG and strategy elements, inspired by the space western themes of Firefly and tactical classics like Jagged Alliance and X-COM. Set on an ancient, procedurally generated alien world, players command a Strike Team on behalf of the Space Pioneers, engaging in tactical combat, resource management, and strategic decision-making. This unique combination of inspired storytelling and gameplay mechanics makes Shock Tactics a noteworthy title for genre enthusiasts.
In terms of PC performance, Shock Tactics is relatively accessible thanks to its minimal hardware requirements. To achieve playable FPS, you will need at least an entry-level GPU with a minimum score of approximately 4047, paired with a CPU score of around 2366 and 8 GB of RAM. Mid-range GPUs like the NVIDIA GTX 1050 or AMD RX 560 should comfortably run the game at decent graphics settings, ensuring stable performance throughout your strategy sessions.
While the game has received a modest rating of 50/100, its genre and mechanics may appeal to fans of tactical RPGs looking for a unique setting. If you enjoy turn-based tactics mixed with RPG elements, giving Shock Tactics a try could be worth your time, especially if you're looking to explore a procedurally generated world.
Performance profile
April 2017 release. Shock Tactics 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.
As a strategy title, Shock Tactics 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.
Entry-level hardware target. A GTX 1650 or RX 6500 XT reaches 60 FPS at 1080p Medium in Shock Tactics; an RTX 4060 comfortably sustains 1440p Ultra. 4K Ultra 60 FPS needs an RTX 4070 or better.
Storyline
Your team are the trailblazers for the first wave of Free Space Pioneers exploring a newly discovered alien planet. While searching the hostile world for alien technology you lead your team into tactical combat against pirates, alien creatures and the troops of the Imperial Consortium. Set up outposts and dig sites to exploit the secrets that this new world holds, in order stand against the incoming invasion. Everything is out there for the taking, but nothing will come free.
