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Whirlibird

Whirlibird

2020Easy to run

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1080p performance

Whirlibird 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 fps999 fps
RTX 3070999 fps999 fps999 fps999 fps
RTX 4060999 fps999 fps999 fps963 fps
RTX 3060999 fps999 fps999 fps825 fps
GTX 1660 Super999 fps921 fps737 fps598 fps

1440p performance

Whirlibird 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 fps999 fps
RX 7800 XT999 fps999 fps999 fps954 fps
RTX 3080999 fps999 fps999 fps929 fps
RTX 4060 Ti999 fps999 fps999 fps877 fps
RTX 3070999 fps999 fps984 fps800 fps
RTX 4060999 fps999 fps889 fps722 fps
RTX 3060999 fps952 fps762 fps619 fps
GTX 1660 Super863 fps690 fps552 fps449 fps

4K performance

Whirlibird estimated FPS at 4K 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 fps963 fps
RTX 5080999 fps999 fps999 fps908 fps
RTX 4080 Super999 fps999 fps999 fps853 fps
RTX 4070 Ti999 fps999 fps830 fps674 fps
RTX 4070999 fps889 fps711 fps578 fps
RX 7800 XT979 fps783 fps626 fps509 fps
RTX 3080952 fps762 fps610 fps495 fps
RTX 4060 Ti899 fps720 fps576 fps468 fps
RTX 3070820 fps656 fps525 fps426 fps
RTX 4060741 fps593 fps474 fps385 fps
RTX 3060635 fps508 fps406 fps330 fps
GTX 1660 Super460 fps368 fps295 fps239 fps

Minimum Hardware

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Intel HD Graphics or AMD (formerly ATI) Radeon HD Graphics (Discrete): Nvidia GeForce 9600 GT or AMD Radeon HD 2400

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Processor
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Intel or AMD Dual Core CPU

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Memory
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1 GB

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Genres

About

Whirlibird, released in 2020, is an action-packed indie arcade game that delivers a chill summer vibe. Players take on the role of a rescue pilot navigating vibrant environments to save stranded characters, combining fast-paced gameplay with casual exploration. Its unique aesthetic and engaging mechanics make Whirlibird stand out in the crowded indie gaming landscape.

For those interested in the PC performance of Whirlibird, it's designed to be accessible rather than demanding. The game requires a minimum of 1 GB RAM and an entry-level GPU with a minimum score of around 114 to operate smoothly. Players with mid-range graphics cards can expect solid FPS figures even at higher graphics settings, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience. Ideal GPU recommendations include models like the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 or Radeon RX 560.

If you enjoy indie titles or casual action games, Whirlibird is worth checking out. With positive ratings and a relaxing gameplay style, it offers a pleasant break for gamers looking for light-hearted fun while still delivering engaging challenges.

Performance profile

Released in May 2020, Whirlibird targets RTX 20/30-series and RX 6000-era hardware. A current mid-range GPU (RTX 4060 Ti / RX 7700 XT) is the sweet spot for 1440p Ultra; 4K needs a high-end card.

Action titles like Whirlibird 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 — Whirlibird 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

Rescue the peeps! Collect the crates! We don't know why or what's even in them but hey, they're beeping so they must be good, right? But be sure to check your 6, as ufos, deadly storms and the Reckless Endangerment Display Squad are all out to ruin your day. Well they've got nothing against you personally tbh, but they're kind of careless, reckless or An Actual Force Of Nature so y'know. Videogames!

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