Space Hulk: Deathwing
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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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Space Hulk: Deathwing
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Minimum Hardware
2 GB, DirectX 11, AMD Radeon HD 7870/NVIDIA GeForce GTX 660
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About
Space Hulk: Deathwing, released in 2016, is an action-packed first-person shooter that immerses players in the dark, gothic universe of Warhammer 40,000. Based on Games Workshop's classic board game, it delivers an intense co-op experience where players take on the role of Space Marines, battling swarms of Genestealers in claustrophobic space hulks. Developed using Unreal Engine 4 by Streum On Studio, the game combines tactical combat with rich lore, though it received a mixed rating of 60/100.
For players considering the PC performance requirements for Space Hulk: Deathwing, the game is relatively accessible for those with entry-level hardware. A minimum GPU score of around 4047 is necessary to achieve playable frame rates, while the minimum CPU requirement is approximately 3185. With 8 GB of RAM, players can expect decent FPS at lower graphics settings, but a mid-range GPU like the NVIDIA GTX 1050 or AMD RX 560 is recommended for smoother gameplay and better visual fidelity.
While Space Hulk: Deathwing may not be critically acclaimed, its unique blend of action and Warhammer lore can appeal to fans of the franchise. If you enjoy cooperative shooters and are curious about the Warhammer 40,000 universe, this game offers an engaging experience, though tempered expectations based on its average rating are advisable.
Performance profile
Released in December 2016, Space Hulk: Deathwing 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.
Space Hulk: Deathwing is a narrative-driven experience — a rock-solid 60 FPS is plenty. Prioritise resolution and image quality (AA, anisotropic filtering) over chasing high-refresh framerates.
Entry-level hardware target. A GTX 1650 or RX 6500 XT reaches 60 FPS at 1080p Medium in Space Hulk: Deathwing; an RTX 4060 comfortably sustains 1440p Ultra. 4K Ultra 60 FPS needs an RTX 4070 or better.
Storyline
"A colossal mass of derelict ships, asteroids and debris, known as a Space Hulk, has spilled from the Warp. It’s entered into a system where the Imperium is already beset by a Tyranid hive swarm - the immense Space Hulk is dubbed ‘Olethros’. The Dark Angels Chapter of the Space Marines answer the astropathic emergency calls from beleaguered worlds in the system. However, it’s a more important quest that ultimately draws the Dark Angels to the warzone. Azrael - Supreme Grand Master of the Dark Angels - receives dire premonitions from his psychic Librarians and dispatches a strike fleet to Olethros. Belial – Grandmaster of Dark Angels’ 1st Company, the Deathwing – is charged with boarding the Space Hulk. Azrael’s psykers believe the strange visions emanating from Olethros foretell disaster. Not only this, but they seem intrinsically linked with the distant past of the Dark Angels chapter. You are the Librarian who has been chosen to enter the Genestealer-infested Space Hulk with your squad. In Space Hulk: Deathwing, you’ll venture deep into Olethros in order to uncover the dark secrets within…"
