Space Race
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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 | 953 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 840 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 817 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 950 fps | 772 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 866 fps | 704 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 978 fps | 782 fps | 636 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 999 fps | 838 fps | 671 fps | 545 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 760 fps | 608 fps | 486 fps | 395 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 | 834 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 880 fps | 715 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 969 fps | 775 fps | 630 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 943 fps | 754 fps | 613 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 891 fps | 712 fps | 579 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 812 fps | 650 fps | 528 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 917 fps | 733 fps | 587 fps | 477 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 786 fps | 629 fps | 503 fps | 409 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 570 fps | 456 fps | 365 fps | 296 fps |
4K performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 939 fps | 763 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 872 fps | 708 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 978 fps | 782 fps | 636 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 922 fps | 738 fps | 599 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 866 fps | 693 fps | 563 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 856 fps | 685 fps | 548 fps | 445 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 733 fps | 587 fps | 469 fps | 381 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 646 fps | 517 fps | 414 fps | 336 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 629 fps | 503 fps | 402 fps | 327 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 594 fps | 475 fps | 380 fps | 309 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 541 fps | 433 fps | 346 fps | 281 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 489 fps | 391 fps | 313 fps | 254 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 419 fps | 335 fps | 268 fps | 218 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 304 fps | 243 fps | 194 fps | 158 fps |
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About
Space Race, released in 1973, is a classic arcade game that holds a notable place in gaming history as Atari's second creation. This two-player game features a simple yet engaging objective: players control rocket ships navigating from the bottom to the top of the screen while dodging asteroids along the way. With its electronically tracked scoring system and minimalist starfield background, Space Race showcases early gaming innovation and laid the groundwork for future titles in the space-themed genre.
PC gamers who appreciate retro gaming or seek a casual, competitive experience will find enjoyment in Space Race. The gameplay is straightforward, making it accessible to a wide range of players while offering enough challenge to keep them engaged. With a focus on multiplayer interaction, it encourages players to hone their skills and replay to beat each other's scores, making it ideal for short gaming sessions as well as friendly competitions.
Given its 67/100 rating, Space Race is a piece of gaming history that is worth exploring, especially for enthusiasts interested in the evolution of PC games. While its graphics and performance are dated by today's standards, the game's nostalgic charm and simplistic gameplay offer a unique glimpse into the origins of arcade gaming.
Performance profile
Released in July 1973, Space Race 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.
Racing games like Space Race are latency-critical — input-to-screen responsiveness is everything. Target a locked 60 FPS minimum (ideally 120 FPS on a high-refresh display) with VSync off or G-Sync/FreeSync active.
Extremely light — Space Race 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.
