Drift Stage

Drift Stage

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Release date 2023-01-13
Genre Racing
What hardware does Drift Stage need?

Drift Stage has an FPSHQ demand score of 38/100: a light game — runs even on budget and older graphics cards. Source of the numbers: per the system requirements on Steam.

requirements · data updated · methodology

Drift Stage is a game by Super Systems Softworks. Steam release date: January 13, 2023. Minimum graphics card per Steam: NVIDIA GeForce 8 or higher, ATI X1600 or higher, or Intel HD 3000 or higher. It needs at least 4 GB of RAM.

Description

Tear up the asphalt in the neon-infused and blue sky locales of Drift Stage.

Data: the game’s Steam store page

About the game

Developer
Super Systems Softworks
Publisher
Storm Electricity
Release date
January 13, 2023
PC platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Mode
multiplayer / co-op

Drift Stage system requirements

Component Minimum Recommended
OS Windows 11 Windows 11
Processor 1.7 GHz Processor 2.5 - 4.0 GHz Processor
Memory 4 GB ОЗУ 8 GB ОЗУ
Graphics NVIDIA GeForce 8 or higher, ATI X1600 or higher, or Intel HD 3000 or higher Nvidia GeForce GTX 460 (1024 MB) AMD Radeon R7 260X (2048 MB)
DirectX версии 11 версии 11
Storage 700 MB 1 GB
Network Широкополосное подключение к интернету Широкополосное подключение к интернету
Sound card Sound Blaster or better. Sound Blaster or better.
Notes Note: Use of "Mobile Joypad" functionality requires a smart-phone with a compatible QR code reader. Mobile Joypad QR codes can be scanned at the "car select screen" to connect your phone for use as a controller. Note: Use of "Mobile Joypad" functionality requires a smart-phone with a compatible QR code reader. Mobile Joypad QR codes can be scanned at the "car select screen" to connect your phone for use as a controller.

Source: the game’s Steam page — requirements published by the developer.

How big is Drift Stage and does it need an SSD

Drift Stage needs 700 MB of free space for minimum requirements and 1 GB for recommended (the game’s Steam page, data as of Nov 11, 2026). requirements

700 MB–1 GBdisk space
not statedSSD
44 %of 122292 games with an official size are smaller

The requirements of Drift Stage do not state a drive type — an SSD is not officially required; it only speeds up loading.

Drift StageDrift Stage1 GBMedian of 2023 games (n = 11830)Median of 2023 games (n = 11830)1 GBMedian of 122292 FPSHQ gamesMedian of 122292 FPSHQ games1 GBLargest: AlbatrossLargest: Albatross2000 GBDrift StageDrift Stage1 GBMedian of 2023 games (n = 11830)Median of 2023 games (n = 11830)1 GBMedian of 122292 FPSHQ gamesMedian of 122292 FPSHQ games1 GBLargest: AlbatrossLargest: Albatross2000 GB

Source: official system requirements (the game’s Steam page), captured Nov 11, 2026. The size is the free space needed to install; updates and DLC can make it grow. store.steampowered.com

Tip: keep extra space beyond the listed size — updates are downloaded first and installed afterwards.

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FPS on different graphics cards

FPS forecast for Drift Stage on current 2024–2026 GPUs. Switch the graphics preset — the table recalculates. Average FPS at 1080p / 1440p / 4K.

Graphics card Tier 1080p 1440p 4K
GeForce RTX 5090 S 260–440 230–385 155–265
GeForce RTX 4090 S 255–430 210–355 130–220
GeForce RTX 5080 S 245–410 195–325 110–190
GeForce RTX 4080 Super A 235–395 180–305 100–170
GeForce RTX 4080 A 230–385 170–290 95–160
Radeon RX 7900 XTX A 230–385 175–290 96–165
GeForce RTX 5070 Ti A 220–375 165–280 91–155
Radeon RX 9070 XT A 220–370 160–270 88–150
Radeon RX 7900 XT A 205–345 145–245 79–135
GeForce RTX 4070 Ti Super A 210–360 155–265 84–145
GeForce RTX 3090 Ti B 200–335 140–240 76–130
Radeon RX 9070 A 195–330 140–235 74–125

* Average FPS: real measurements where available, otherwise the unified FPSHQ model. Actual FPS depends on the CPU, game patch and drivers. Reference GPU models without overclocking. methodology

📊 FPS by graphics card (1440p, Ultra)

Green — 60+ FPS (comfortable), yellow — 30–60 (playable), red — below 30. Dashed line marks 60 FPS.

Which graphics cards can run Drift Stage

The most affordable cards the FPSHQ model expects to reach 60+ FPS at 1080p High. This is an estimate, not a measurement.

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GameDrift Stage
Resolution
Graphics preset

More details
Laptops only: the mode (TGP) from the vendor utility or an overlay. A measurement with power helps show laptop FPS more precisely.
More precise: “60-second test” in the app

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38
Demand
out of 100

The higher it is, the more powerful a PC you need. Runs even on weak hardware.

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Key figures

Unique FPSHQ metrics from this page's data

38/100
FPSHQ load index
120–200FPS
FPS on RTX 3060, 1080p High model estimate
115–195FPS
FPS on RTX 4070, 1440p Ultra model estimate
7
of 12 popular GPUs hold 60+ FPS (1440p Ultra)
4GB
minimum RAM
2023
release year
In short

Can my PC run Drift Stage?

Drift Stage (2023): FPSHQ load index 38 out of 100. Per the FPSHQ model, GeForce RTX 3060 delivers 120–200 FPS at 1080p High and GeForce RTX 4070 115–195 FPS at 1440p Ultra; 7 of 12 popular GPUs hold 60+ FPS at 1440p Ultra. Developer's minimum GPU: NVIDIA GeForce 8 or higher, ATI X1600 or higher, or Intel HD 3000 or higher; minimum RAM: 4 GB. Source of the numbers: per the system requirements on Steam (checked Nov 11, 2026); FPSHQ model estimate (not a measurement). (model accuracy)

FPSHQ load index
38 FPSHQ index
RTX 3060 · 1080p High
143 FPS model estimate
RTX 4070 · 1440p Ultra
156 FPS model estimate
updated · source: FPS Drift Stage, FPSHQ model estimate

Frequently asked questions about the game

On which platforms is the game available?
The game is available on: Windows, macOS, Linux.
What is the genre of Drift Stage?
Genre: Racing. Has multiplayer.
How big is Drift Stage and does it need an SSD?
Drift Stage needs 700 MB–1 GB of free disk space according to its official requirements (the game’s Steam page, data as of Nov 11, 2026). The requirements of Drift Stage do not state a drive type — an SSD is not officially required; it only speeds up loading.
Who are the developer and publisher?
Developer: Super Systems Softworks. Publisher: Storm Electricity.
When was or will the game be released?
Released: 2023-01-13.
What FPS will I get in this game?
Use our FPS calculator for a precise forecast for your configuration. Above on this page is a compatibility table with popular GPUs at different resolutions and settings.
Can I play on a budget graphics card?
Minimum: NVIDIA GeForce 8 or higher, ATI X1600 or higher, or Intel HD 3000 or higher. If your GPU is weaker than the minimum, the game may not launch or may stutter badly. On the minimum GPU you usually play at 1080p low with FSR Performance.

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