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Stargunner

Stargunner

42/100
8 ratings1996Easy to run

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1080p performance

Stargunner estimated FPS at 1080p across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPUlowmediumhighultra
RTX 5090999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4090999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RX 7900 XTX999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 5080999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4080 Super999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4070 Ti999 fps999 fps999 fps838 fps
RTX 4070999 fps999 fps884 fps718 fps
RX 7800 XT999 fps974 fps779 fps633 fps
RTX 3080999 fps947 fps758 fps616 fps
RTX 4060 Ti999 fps895 fps716 fps582 fps
RTX 3070999 fps816 fps653 fps530 fps
RTX 4060921 fps737 fps589 fps479 fps
RTX 3060789 fps632 fps505 fps411 fps
GTX 1660 Super572 fps458 fps366 fps298 fps

1440p performance

Stargunner estimated FPS at 1440p across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPUlowmediumhighultra
RTX 5090999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4090999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RX 7900 XTX999 fps999 fps999 fps898 fps
RTX 5080999 fps999 fps999 fps847 fps
RTX 4080 Super999 fps999 fps979 fps795 fps
RTX 4070 Ti999 fps967 fps774 fps629 fps
RTX 4070999 fps829 fps663 fps539 fps
RX 7800 XT913 fps730 fps584 fps475 fps
RTX 3080888 fps711 fps568 fps462 fps
RTX 4060 Ti839 fps671 fps537 fps436 fps
RTX 3070765 fps612 fps489 fps398 fps
RTX 4060691 fps553 fps442 fps359 fps
RTX 3060592 fps474 fps379 fps308 fps
GTX 1660 Super429 fps343 fps275 fps223 fps

4K performance

Stargunner estimated FPS at 4K across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPUlowmediumhighultra
RTX 5090999 fps884 fps707 fps575 fps
RTX 4090999 fps821 fps657 fps534 fps
RX 7900 XTX921 fps737 fps589 fps479 fps
RTX 5080868 fps695 fps556 fps452 fps
RTX 4080 Super816 fps653 fps522 fps424 fps
RTX 4070 Ti645 fps516 fps413 fps335 fps
RTX 4070553 fps442 fps354 fps287 fps
RX 7800 XT487 fps389 fps312 fps253 fps
RTX 3080474 fps379 fps303 fps246 fps
RTX 4060 Ti447 fps358 fps286 fps233 fps
RTX 3070408 fps326 fps261 fps212 fps
RTX 4060368 fps295 fps236 fps192 fps
RTX 3060316 fps253 fps202 fps164 fps
GTX 1660 Super229 fps183 fps147 fps119 fps

Minimum Hardware

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DirectX 9.0c compatible video card

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Processor
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Intel Core Duo 2

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Memory
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2 GB

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About

Stargunner, released in 1996, invites players into a vibrant action-packed universe set deep within the Andromeda galaxy. As tensions rise between the Zilions and Ytimians, players assume the role of elite "Stargunners," tasked with crippling enemy strongholds. This free-to-play title may not hold up against modern gaming standards, but its retro appeal and engaging gameplay have garnered a niche audience.

For optimal performance while playing Stargunner, an entry-level GPU is sufficient, with a recommended score of around 600. Given its minimal RAM requirement of only 2 GB, this game is easily accessible to many systems. Players can expect decent FPS on a variety of low-end setups, making it a benchmark title for older hardware or casual gaming experiences. With the right graphics settings, even those with basic configurations can enjoy smooth gameplay.

While Stargunner has a rating of only 42/100, its action genre offers a nostalgic experience that may resonate with fans of retro gaming. If you appreciate classic titles and enjoy accessible gameplay without demanding hardware, Stargunner could be worth your time, despite its lower rating.

Performance profile

Released in November 1996, Stargunner 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 Stargunner 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 — Stargunner 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.

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