UFO: Afterlight
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UFO: Afterlight FPS by GPU
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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 | 999 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 995 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 852 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 999 fps | 951 fps | 761 fps | 618 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 | 999 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 986 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 959 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 906 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 826 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 918 fps | 746 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 999 fps | 984 fps | 787 fps | 639 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 891 fps | 713 fps | 570 fps | 464 fps |
4K 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 | 995 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 938 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 881 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 857 fps | 696 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 918 fps | 734 fps | 597 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 809 fps | 647 fps | 526 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 984 fps | 787 fps | 630 fps | 511 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 929 fps | 743 fps | 595 fps | 483 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 847 fps | 678 fps | 542 fps | 440 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 765 fps | 612 fps | 490 fps | 398 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 656 fps | 525 fps | 420 fps | 341 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 475 fps | 380 fps | 304 fps | 247 fps |
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About
UFO: Afterlight, released in 2006, is a squad-based tactical strategy-RPG that builds upon the legacy of the original X-COM games while introducing its own unique post-apocalyptic horror narrative. Players manage a colony on Mars, engaging in tactical combat that blends real-time action with the ability to pause and plan their next moves. This isometric 3D game offers layers of depth and strategy, making it a notable entry in the indie genre.
In terms of PC performance, UFO: Afterlight is quite accessible, requiring only an entry-level GPU with a minimum score of approximately 36 to achieve playable FPS. With just 1 GB of RAM, gamers looking to play this title won't need high-end hardware to enjoy smooth gameplay. Benchmark tests indicate that even older graphics cards can run the game effectively on lower graphics settings, ensuring a decent performance for most players.
Despite its average rating of 63/100, UFO: Afterlight offers a distinctive experience for fans of strategy and indie games. If you appreciate tactical gameplay and the vibes of classic RPGs, it's worth a try, especially for those who enjoy a blend of combat and storytelling on moderate hardware.
Performance profile
Released in December 2006, UFO: Afterlight comes from the DirectX 9 era. Even the cheapest modern discrete GPU crushes it at maxed-out settings; the only real bottleneck today is CPU single-thread speed on older titles that were never multi-threaded.
As a strategy title, UFO: Afterlight is typically CPU-bound rather than GPU-bound — single-thread CPU performance dictates framerate during large-scale battles, end-game saves and late-game AI turns. A fast modern 6-core will help more than a GPU upgrade.
Extremely light — UFO: Afterlight 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.
Storyline
The story is situated on Mars. It starts where UFO: Aftermath left off and runs simultaneously with UFO: Aftershock. While the Laputans on Earth are fighting Wargots and Starghosts and finding out what caused the destruction of their home planet, a small colony on Mars is trying to survive and flourish. The player will gain more details about the activities of intergalactic organisms, called Myrmecols, in the solar system. The scientific research and communication with different factions on the Earth gives him a different perspective on the events of the two previous sequels. In UFO: Afterlight, the players will meet with brand new technologies, unusual environment and enemies both old and unknown.
