Space Pirates
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1080p performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 971 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 885 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 984 fps | 799 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 843 fps | 685 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 955 fps | 764 fps | 611 fps | 497 fps |
1440p performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 899 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 999 fps | 975 fps | 792 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 949 fps | 771 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 896 fps | 728 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 817 fps | 664 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 922 fps | 738 fps | 600 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 988 fps | 791 fps | 633 fps | 514 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 717 fps | 573 fps | 459 fps | 373 fps |
4K performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 959 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 891 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 999 fps | 984 fps | 799 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 928 fps | 754 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 999 fps | 871 fps | 708 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 861 fps | 689 fps | 560 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 922 fps | 738 fps | 590 fps | 480 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 813 fps | 650 fps | 520 fps | 423 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 791 fps | 633 fps | 506 fps | 411 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 747 fps | 597 fps | 478 fps | 388 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 681 fps | 545 fps | 436 fps | 354 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 615 fps | 492 fps | 394 fps | 320 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 527 fps | 422 fps | 337 fps | 274 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 382 fps | 306 fps | 245 fps | 199 fps |
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Minimum Hardware
Intel Core 2 Duo E8200 / AMD Athlon XE BE-2300 / Snapdragon X Elite
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About
Space Pirates, released in 1992, is a notable entry in the series of slugfest games by American Laser Games. This PC game combines a unique science-fiction theme with shooting mechanics reminiscent of titles like The Last Bounty Hunter and Drug Wars. The gameplay revolves around interactive action sequences set in a vibrant space environment, allowing players to navigate through various sci-fi scenarios while engaging in combat.
This title targets a niche audience of PC gamers who enjoy retro gaming experiences and aren't deterred by its modest 60/100 rating. Ideal for casual players, Space Pirates features straightforward gameplay that invites both newcomers and seasoned gamers alike. While the challenge may not be overwhelming, the game's simplistic mechanics and replayability allow players to indulge in quick play sessions, making it perfect for fans of light-hearted, fast-paced action.
Should you play Space Pirates? If you have a penchant for classic PC games and appreciate a unique twist on the slugfest genre, it could be a fun diversion. With its atmospheric graphics and entertaining gameplay, it's worth a look, especially for those intrigued by retro gaming history.
Performance profile
Released in December 1992, Space Pirates predates modern GPU acceleration as we know it today. It runs effortlessly on virtually any current hardware, including integrated graphics and entry-level laptops — framerate is limited by the engine, not the GPU.
Action titles like Space Pirates 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 — Space Pirates 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.
