UFO: Aftershock
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UFO: Aftershock 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 | 900 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 999 fps | 976 fps | 793 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 949 fps | 771 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 897 fps | 729 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 818 fps | 664 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 923 fps | 738 fps | 600 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 989 fps | 791 fps | 633 fps | 514 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 717 fps | 574 fps | 459 fps | 373 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 | 996 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 969 fps | 788 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 831 fps | 675 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 915 fps | 732 fps | 595 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 890 fps | 712 fps | 579 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 841 fps | 673 fps | 546 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 958 fps | 766 fps | 613 fps | 498 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 865 fps | 692 fps | 554 fps | 450 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 742 fps | 593 fps | 475 fps | 386 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 538 fps | 430 fps | 344 fps | 280 fps |
4K performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 886 fps | 720 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 823 fps | 669 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 923 fps | 738 fps | 600 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 870 fps | 696 fps | 566 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 818 fps | 654 fps | 531 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 808 fps | 646 fps | 517 fps | 420 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 692 fps | 554 fps | 443 fps | 360 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 610 fps | 488 fps | 390 fps | 317 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 593 fps | 475 fps | 380 fps | 309 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 560 fps | 448 fps | 359 fps | 291 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 511 fps | 409 fps | 327 fps | 266 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 462 fps | 369 fps | 295 fps | 240 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 396 fps | 316 fps | 253 fps | 206 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 287 fps | 229 fps | 184 fps | 149 fps |
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About
UFO: Aftershock, released in 2005, is a tactical strategy RPG that captures the essence of classic X-COM games while introducing a post-apocalyptic horror twist. Set in the year 2054, players engage in real-time combat with pause mechanics, offering a unique blend of tactical decision-making and action. This engaging game challenges players to strategize and adapt, making noteworthy contributions to the genre.
In terms of PC performance, UFO: Aftershock is quite accessible, requiring only an entry-level GPU with a minimum score of around 25 for smooth gameplay. With just 1 GB of RAM, it can easily run on modest hardware. Players can expect satisfactory FPS while utilizing lower graphics settings, making it suitable for a wide range of systems, including older machines or budget builds. Focus on optimizing your GPU choice to balance visual quality and performance for the best experience.
Given its rating of 70/100, UFO: Aftershock is a solid choice for fans of tactical strategy games who appreciate the genre’s roots. While it may not reach the heights of its predecessors, its engaging gameplay and unique mechanics offer ample entertainment for those willing to explore its eerie world.
Performance profile
Released in October 2005, UFO: Aftershock 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: Aftershock 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: Aftershock 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
After the life support system on the Laputa (orbital space station/city) fails, the peoples of the Laputa revolt against the Human Council, and an armed conflict ensues. As a result, the Laputa's engines explode and the city is destroyed, killing almost everyone on it. The few survivors escape in space shuttles and find another deserted Laputa in space. This Laputa is equipped with a landing pod to Earth, rumored to be long lost. Now you lead the remaining survivors of the Laputa and re-establish contact with Earth and the mysteries within.
