GTX 1080 runs X-Com : Apocalypse at approximately ~180 FPS at 1080p High settings — verdict: SMOOTH. At 1440p: ~180 FPS (SMOOTH). At 4K: ~144 FPS (SMOOTH).
The GTX 1080 delivers ~180 FPS in X-Com : Apocalypse at 1440P High settings — exceeding the 60 FPS smooth-play threshold by 120 FPS. This GPU is a strong match for high-refresh-rate monitors on this title. No upgrade needed. Note: Performance in large-scale or late-game scenarios depends heavily on your processor's single-thread clock speed, not just GPU power — a fast CPU matters as much as your GPU here.
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Can I run X-Com : Apocalypse on GTX 1080?
Yes. The GTX 1080 delivers approximately 180 FPS in X-Com : Apocalypse at 1080p High settings. This exceeds the 60 FPS smooth-play threshold — gameplay is fluid without any adjustments needed.
What FPS does GTX 1080 get in X-Com : Apocalypse at 1440p?
The GTX 1080 averages approximately 180 FPS in X-Com : Apocalypse at 1440p High settings — verdict: SMOOTH. Excellent result for high-refresh-rate 1440p monitors.
Can GTX 1080 run X-Com : Apocalypse at 4K?
The GTX 1080 averages approximately 144 FPS in X-Com : Apocalypse at 4K High settings — verdict: SMOOTH. 4K gaming is fully viable on this GPU for this title.
About X-Com : Apocalypse
Your mission, as X-COM Commander, is to combat alien aggression and uncover their deadly intentions. But Beware! Alien infiltration into the city and its politics could see you under fire from criminal gangs, religious sects, and even the police! Alien fleets fill the skies, creatures terrorise the city, chaos reigns... Welcome to the war, welcome to the Apocalypse.
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