What GPU do I need to run Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire?

The minimum GPU requirement for Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire is DirectX 9.0c compatible video card. For smoother performance at higher settings, a more powerful graphics card is recommended.

What are the system requirements for Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire?

The minimum system requirements for Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire are: CPU: Intel Pentium 90 MHz, GPU: DirectX 9.0c compatible video card.

Can I play Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire at 60 FPS?

To achieve 60 FPS in Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire at medium-to-high settings, you typically need at least an entry-level GPU (e.g. GTX 1650 or RX 6500 XT). Use the FPS estimator on this page to check your specific GPU.

Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire

68/100

82 ratings1996Easy to run

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Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire FPS by GPU

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1080p performance

Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire estimated FPS at 1080p across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
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	937 fps
RTX 4070	999 fps	999 fps	988 fps	803 fps
RX 7800 XT	999 fps	999 fps	871 fps	707 fps
RTX 3080	999 fps	999 fps	847 fps	688 fps
RTX 4060 Ti	999 fps	999 fps	800 fps	650 fps
RTX 3070	999 fps	912 fps	729 fps	593 fps
RTX 4060	999 fps	824 fps	659 fps	535 fps
RTX 3060	882 fps	706 fps	565 fps	459 fps
GTX 1660 Super	640 fps	512 fps	409 fps	333 fps

1440p performance

Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire estimated FPS at 1440p across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
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	946 fps
RTX 4080 Super	999 fps	999 fps	999 fps	889 fps
RTX 4070 Ti	999 fps	999 fps	865 fps	703 fps
RTX 4070	999 fps	926 fps	741 fps	602 fps
RX 7800 XT	999 fps	816 fps	653 fps	531 fps
RTX 3080	993 fps	794 fps	635 fps	516 fps
RTX 4060 Ti	938 fps	750 fps	600 fps	488 fps
RTX 3070	855 fps	684 fps	547 fps	444 fps
RTX 4060	772 fps	618 fps	494 fps	401 fps
RTX 3060	662 fps	529 fps	424 fps	344 fps
GTX 1660 Super	480 fps	384 fps	307 fps	249 fps

4K performance

Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire estimated FPS at 4K across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPU	low	medium	high	ultra
RTX 5090	999 fps	988 fps	791 fps	642 fps
RTX 4090	999 fps	918 fps	734 fps	596 fps
RX 7900 XTX	999 fps	824 fps	659 fps	535 fps
RTX 5080	971 fps	776 fps	621 fps	505 fps
RTX 4080 Super	912 fps	729 fps	584 fps	474 fps
RTX 4070 Ti	721 fps	576 fps	461 fps	375 fps
RTX 4070	618 fps	494 fps	395 fps	321 fps
RX 7800 XT	544 fps	435 fps	348 fps	283 fps
RTX 3080	529 fps	424 fps	339 fps	275 fps
RTX 4060 Ti	500 fps	400 fps	320 fps	260 fps
RTX 3070	456 fps	365 fps	292 fps	237 fps
RTX 4060	412 fps	329 fps	264 fps	214 fps
RTX 3060	353 fps	282 fps	226 fps	184 fps
GTX 1660 Super	256 fps	205 fps	164 fps	133 fps

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About

"Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire," released in 1996, is a third-person action-adventure game that follows Dash Rendar as he aids Luke Skywalker and the Rebel Alliance against the looming threat of Darth Vader and the nefarious Dark Prince Xizor. Notable for its blend of on-foot and vehicle-based gameplay, this title transports players to the iconic Star Wars universe, featuring thrilling missions and engaging combat mechanics that captivated fans upon its release.

In terms of PC performance, "Shadows of the Empire" is quite accessible, requiring only an entry-level GPU with a minimum score of around 300 to run smoothly. Gamers can expect around 30-60 FPS on older hardware; however, to optimize graphics settings for better performance and visuals, a modestly powered GPU is recommended. This game’s specs cater to a broad range of systems, making it an easy play for both nostalgic veterans and newer fans alike.

Should you dive into "Shadows of the Empire"? With a moderate rating of 67/100, it offers a solid experience for action-adventure fans, particularly those who appreciate the Star Wars lore. While it may not be a must-play classic, its unique gameplay and charm hold up well enough to merit a playthrough for enthusiasts of the genre.

Performance profile

Released in December 1996, Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire 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.

Extremely light — Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire 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.