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Switchcars

Switchcars

80/100
1 ratings2016Easy to run

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1080p performance

Switchcars 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 fps881 fps
RTX 3080999 fps999 fps999 fps857 fps
RTX 4060 Ti999 fps999 fps996 fps810 fps
RTX 3070999 fps999 fps908 fps738 fps
RTX 4060999 fps999 fps821 fps667 fps
RTX 3060999 fps879 fps703 fps571 fps
GTX 1660 Super797 fps637 fps510 fps414 fps

1440p performance

Switchcars 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 fps875 fps
RTX 4070999 fps999 fps923 fps750 fps
RX 7800 XT999 fps999 fps813 fps661 fps
RTX 3080999 fps989 fps791 fps643 fps
RTX 4060 Ti999 fps934 fps747 fps607 fps
RTX 3070999 fps852 fps681 fps554 fps
RTX 4060962 fps769 fps615 fps500 fps
RTX 3060824 fps659 fps527 fps429 fps
GTX 1660 Super598 fps478 fps382 fps311 fps

4K performance

Switchcars estimated FPS at 4K across 14 GPUs and 4 quality presets
GPUlowmediumhighultra
RTX 5090999 fps999 fps985 fps800 fps
RTX 4090999 fps999 fps914 fps743 fps
RX 7900 XTX999 fps999 fps821 fps667 fps
RTX 5080999 fps967 fps774 fps629 fps
RTX 4080 Super999 fps908 fps727 fps590 fps
RTX 4070 Ti897 fps718 fps574 fps467 fps
RTX 4070769 fps615 fps492 fps400 fps
RX 7800 XT678 fps542 fps434 fps352 fps
RTX 3080659 fps527 fps422 fps343 fps
RTX 4060 Ti623 fps498 fps399 fps324 fps
RTX 3070568 fps454 fps363 fps295 fps
RTX 4060513 fps410 fps328 fps267 fps
RTX 3060440 fps352 fps281 fps229 fps
GTX 1660 Super319 fps255 fps204 fps166 fps

Minimum Hardware

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GeForce 6600 GT / Ati Radeon 9800XT

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Processor
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2.5 GHz

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Memory
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2 GB

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Genres

About

Switchcars, released in 2016, is an action-packed indie racing game that transports players into a unique vehicular roguelike experience set in a fractured spacetime. In this game, you must evade alien monsters while navigating procedurally generated environments, utilizing an incredible selection of over 1,000 vehicles. Each time you crash or run out of fuel, you switch to a new vehicle, pushing you to reach the year 2055 against the odds.

For optimal performance while playing Switchcars, it's recommended to use at least an entry-level GPU, which typically scores around 143 on benchmarking scales. This game is notably accessible, with a minimum RAM requirement of just 2 GB, making it suitable for a wide range of hardware setups. Expect to achieve solid FPS on budget-friendly systems, making it an excellent choice for those looking to enjoy an engaging gaming experience without needing top-tier components.

Given its favorable rating of 80/100, Switchcars offers an exciting blend of action and racing that many players will find enjoyable. If you're a fan of indie games or unique roguelike mechanics, this title is definitely worth considering for your gaming library. The game's innovative approach and engaging gameplay ensure it stands out in the crowded indie scene.

Performance profile

Released in March 2016, Switchcars sits in the DirectX 11 generation. Comfortable on any modern mid-range GPU at 1440p; even an RTX 3050 or RX 6600 typically delivers 4K60 at High settings.

Racing games like Switchcars 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 — Switchcars 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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