Can I run SkyDrift?
System requirements, estimated FPS for popular graphics cards and a quick check for your own PC.
- ReleaseNov 21, 2011
- Steam user reviews88 % positive
- Steam DeckPlayable
- ProtonDBgold
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SkyDrift system requirements
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | x86 or x64 bit versions of Microsoft Windows XP/Vista/Win7 | x86 or x64 bit versions of Microsoft Windows XP/Vista/Win7 |
| Processor | AMD/Intel dual-core processor running at 2.0 GHz | AMD/Intel dual-core processor running at 2.4 GHz |
| Graphics | ATI/nVidia graphic card with at least 128MB of dedicated VRAM and with at least DirectX 9.0c and Shader Model 3.0 support. ATI Radeon HD 3600 series and NVIDIA Geforce 8600GT | ATI/Nvidia dedicated graphic card with at least 256MB of dedicated VRAM and with at least DirectX 9.0c and Shader Model 4.0 support. ATI Radeon HD 3800 series and NVIDIA Geforce 8800GT. |
| Memory | 1GB for MS Windows XP and 1.5GB for MS Windows Vista/Win7 | 1GB for MS Windows XP and 2GB for Vista/Win7 |
| Storage | 1GB | 1GB |
Estimated FPS in SkyDrift
High settings, no upscaling, with a fast processor (Ryzen 7 7800X3D). Estimates from the game's requirements, not benchmarks.
Not yet checked against benchmarks – a rough estimate that can be off by 25 % or more.
| Graphics card | 1080p | 1440p | 4K |
|---|---|---|---|
| GTX 1060 6GB | 500+ | 500+ | 500+ |
| GTX 1660 Super | 500+ | 500+ | 500+ |
| RTX 2060 | 500+ | 500+ | 500+ |
| RTX 3060 | 500+ | 500+ | 500+ |
| RTX 4060 | 500+ | 500+ | 500+ |
| RTX 5060 | 500+ | 500+ | 500+ |
| RX 9060 XT | 500+ | 500+ | 500+ |
| RTX 3070 | 500+ | 500+ | 500+ |
| RTX 4070 | 500+ | 500+ | 500+ |
| RTX 5070 | 500+ | 500+ | 500+ |
| RX 7800 XT | 500+ | 500+ | 500+ |
| RX 9070 XT | 500+ | 500+ | 500+ |
| RTX 5070 Ti | 500+ | 500+ | 500+ |
| RTX 4080 | 500+ | 500+ | 500+ |
| RTX 5080 | 500+ | 500+ | 500+ |
| RTX 4090 | 500+ | 500+ | 500+ |
| RTX 5090 | 500+ | 500+ | 500+ |
Steam Deck – Valve rating: Playable
Which graphics card do I need for SkyDrift?
The cheapest current graphics card that reaches each goal, paired with a fast processor.
- 1080p High · 60 FPSIntel Arc B580 12 GB ~500 FPSAmazon ↗
- 1440p High · 60 FPSIntel Arc B580 12 GB ~500 FPSAmazon ↗
- 1440p High · 144 FPSIntel Arc B580 12 GB ~500 FPSAmazon ↗
- 4K High · 60 FPSIntel Arc B580 12 GB ~500 FPSAmazon ↗
Prices change often – check the current price in the store. Price check: 9/30/2026.
Frequently asked questions
- Can I run SkyDrift?
- SkyDrift needs at least ATI/nVidia graphic card with at least 128MB of dedicated VRAM and with at least , and ATI/Nvidia dedicated graphic card with at least 256MB of dedicated VRAM and with is recommended. Enter your graphics card and processor above to see your estimated FPS, or check your whole Steam library at once.
- What are the system requirements for SkyDrift?
- Minimum: graphics ATI/nVidia graphic card with at least 128MB of dedicated VRAM and with at least , processor AMD/Intel dual-core processor running at 2.0 GHz, RAM 1GB for MS Windows XP and 1.5GB for MS W. Recommended graphics card: ATI/Nvidia dedicated graphic card with at least 256MB of dedicated VRAM and with.
