Windstorm: Start of a Great Friendship
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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 | 958 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 821 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 999 fps | 891 fps | 724 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 867 fps | 704 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 818 fps | 665 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 933 fps | 746 fps | 606 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 843 fps | 674 fps | 548 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 903 fps | 722 fps | 578 fps | 469 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 654 fps | 524 fps | 419 fps | 340 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 | 968 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 909 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 885 fps | 719 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 948 fps | 758 fps | 616 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 835 fps | 668 fps | 543 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 812 fps | 650 fps | 528 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 959 fps | 767 fps | 614 fps | 499 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 874 fps | 700 fps | 560 fps | 455 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 790 fps | 632 fps | 506 fps | 411 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 677 fps | 542 fps | 433 fps | 352 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 491 fps | 393 fps | 314 fps | 255 fps |
4K performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 809 fps | 657 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 939 fps | 751 fps | 610 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 843 fps | 674 fps | 548 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 993 fps | 794 fps | 636 fps | 516 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 933 fps | 746 fps | 597 fps | 485 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 737 fps | 590 fps | 472 fps | 383 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 632 fps | 506 fps | 404 fps | 329 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 557 fps | 445 fps | 356 fps | 289 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 542 fps | 433 fps | 347 fps | 282 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 512 fps | 409 fps | 327 fps | 266 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 466 fps | 373 fps | 298 fps | 243 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 421 fps | 337 fps | 270 fps | 219 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 361 fps | 289 fps | 231 fps | 188 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 262 fps | 209 fps | 168 fps | 136 fps |
Where to buy
Windstorm: Start of a Great Friendship
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$14.99
$7.49
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Minimum Hardware
DirectX 11 compatible video card, Radeon HD 5830, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 285
Quad-core Intel or AMD, 2.5 GHz or faster, AMD Phenom II X4 940, 3 GHz, Intel Core i5-2400S
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Genres
About
"Windstorm: Start of a Great Friendship," released in 2017, is an enchanting adventure game that invites players to immerse themselves in the captivating world of the Kaltenbach estate. Based on popular movies and books, the game blends elements of racing and simulation, allowing players to complete exciting riding tasks with Windstorm while exploring hidden areas and seeking treasures. This unique combination of genres makes it accessible and engaging for players of all ages.
In terms of PC performance, "Windstorm: Start of a Great Friendship" is designed to run smoothly on entry-level hardware, making it one of the more accessible titles in its genre. With a minimum GPU score of around 1477 and a CPU score of approximately 2366, players can expect decent FPS on low to medium graphics settings with compatible hardware. To achieve optimal performance, a GPU in the range of entry-level cards, such as the NVIDIA GTX 760 or AMD Radeon HD 7850, will enhance the gaming experience while enabling smoother gameplay.
If you're a fan of adventure and casual gaming, "Windstorm: Start of a Great Friendship" is worth your time. Its charming story and engaging tasks are complemented by solid benchmarks, making it an enjoyable choice for players seeking a relaxing yet fulfilling experience in the world of PC gaming.
Performance profile
July 2017 release. Windstorm: Start of a Great Friendship 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.
Simulation titles like Windstorm: Start of a Great Friendship are heavily CPU-dependent — physics, AI and world state dominate the frame budget. Prioritise a CPU with strong single-thread performance and fast RAM over raw GPU power.
Extremely light — Windstorm: Start of a Great Friendship 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
Discover the fascinating story of Mika, a girl known as a horse whisperer, as she tries to befriend the black stallion called Windstorm. Based on the successful Windstorm movies and best-selling books, experience exciting riding tasks together with Windstorm and freely explore the breathtaking surroundings of the Kaltenbach estate. Ride alongside other horses, look for hidden objects and try to become the racing champion. Numerous secrets and hidden locations are waiting to be discovered! After a long day of adventuring across the beautiful hills of Kaltenbach, take care of your animal friend with all of your love! Grooming, scraping out hooves and much more is necessary to keep your newly made friend in good shape. Windstorm is happy when you clean his stable or play around with him in the paddock. In return, he will always be by your side during your adventures and you will push each other to become the best you can be!
