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Swarm Universe

Swarm Universe

70/100
0 ratings2017Easy to run

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1080p performance

Swarm Universe 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 fps999 fps
RTX 4070999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RX 7800 XT999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 3080999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4060 Ti999 fps999 fps999 fps981 fps
RTX 3070999 fps999 fps999 fps894 fps
RTX 4060999 fps999 fps994 fps808 fps
RTX 3060999 fps999 fps852 fps692 fps
GTX 1660 Super965 fps772 fps618 fps502 fps

1440p performance

Swarm Universe 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 fps999 fps
RTX 5080999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4080 Super999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4070 Ti999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4070999 fps999 fps999 fps909 fps
RX 7800 XT999 fps999 fps985 fps800 fps
RTX 3080999 fps999 fps959 fps779 fps
RTX 4060 Ti999 fps999 fps905 fps736 fps
RTX 3070999 fps999 fps825 fps671 fps
RTX 4060999 fps932 fps746 fps606 fps
RTX 3060999 fps799 fps639 fps519 fps
GTX 1660 Super724 fps579 fps463 fps376 fps

4K performance

Swarm Universe estimated FPS at 4K across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPUlowmediumhighultra
RTX 5090999 fps999 fps999 fps969 fps
RTX 4090999 fps999 fps999 fps900 fps
RX 7900 XTX999 fps999 fps994 fps808 fps
RTX 5080999 fps999 fps937 fps762 fps
RTX 4080 Super999 fps999 fps880 fps715 fps
RTX 4070 Ti999 fps870 fps696 fps565 fps
RTX 4070932 fps746 fps596 fps485 fps
RX 7800 XT821 fps657 fps525 fps427 fps
RTX 3080799 fps639 fps511 fps415 fps
RTX 4060 Ti754 fps604 fps483 fps392 fps
RTX 3070688 fps550 fps440 fps358 fps
RTX 4060621 fps497 fps398 fps323 fps
RTX 3060533 fps426 fps341 fps277 fps
GTX 1660 Super386 fps309 fps247 fps201 fps

Minimum Hardware

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NVidia® GeForce® GTS 250

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Intel® Core™ i3-530

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2 GB

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About

Swarm Universe, released in 2017, is an indie top-down shooter that stands out for its highscore-driven gameplay and extensive modding capabilities. Players can dive into various challenges, from fast-paced arenas to skill-testing racetracks and engaging mini-games, all while competing online against others. The modding tools allow gamers to create custom levels and game modes, making each experience unique and highly replayable.

When it comes to PC performance, Swarm Universe is quite accessible, requiring only an entry-level GPU with a minimum score of around 565. With just 2 GB of RAM, even budget systems can run the game smoothly. For optimal FPS and to enjoy higher graphics settings, a mid-range GPU, such as the NVIDIA GTX 960 or AMD Radeon R7 370, is recommended, providing the performance boost needed for more intense multiplayer matches and intricate user-generated content.

Considering its 70/100 rating, Swarm Universe is worth a try, especially for fans of indie games and competitive shooters. The unique blend of modding and multiplayer elements offers both casual and hardcore gamers an engaging experience that encourages creativity and skill.

Performance profile

March 2017 release. Swarm Universe was built around the GTX 10-series / RX Vega era. Current-gen mid-range cards (RTX 4060 / RX 7600) are overkill at 1080p and handle 1440p Ultra comfortably.

Indie and casual titles are typically light on hardware. Swarm Universe runs well on almost any modern GPU, including integrated graphics on recent laptops — you won't need a dedicated card for a smooth experience.

Extremely light — Swarm Universe 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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