Flux8

Flux8

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Release date 2017-08-07
Genre Indie
What hardware does Flux8 need?

Flux8 has an FPSHQ demand score of 34/100: 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

Flux8 is a game by Canalside Studios. Steam release date: August 7, 2017. Minimum graphics card per Steam: Intel HD 4000 Graphics above or equivalent. It needs at least 3 GB of RAM.

Description

As a sentient magnet, enslaved in a factory, you have two options: work or be terminated! However, not all magnets are born to work. Some dream of freedom and choose to rebel. There’s a whole wide world waiting just outside those factory doors… you must remain positive!

Data: the game’s Steam store page

About the game

Developer
Canalside Studios
Publisher
Canalside Studios
Release date
August 7, 2017
PC platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Mode
multiplayer / co-op

Flux8 system requirements

Component Minimum Recommended
OS Windows 7 32-bit or Newer Windows 10 64-bit
Processor Intel i3 4xxx above or AMD equivalent Intel i5 4xxx above or AMD equivalent
Memory 3 GB ОЗУ 4 GB ОЗУ
Graphics Intel HD 4000 Graphics above or equivalent Nvidia Geforce 650M above or equivalent
DirectX версии 10 версии 11
Storage 750 MB 1 GB
Network — Широкополосное подключение к интернету

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

How big is Flux8 and does it need an SSD

Flux8 needs 750 MB of free space for minimum requirements and 1 GB for recommended (the game’s Steam page, data as of Nov 9, 2026). requirements

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

The requirements of Flux8 do not state a drive type — an SSD is not officially required; it only speeds up loading.

Flux8Flux81 GBMedian of 2017 games (n = 5303)Median of 2017 games (n = 5303)765 MBMedian of 122292 FPSHQ gamesMedian of 122292 FPSHQ games1 GBLargest: AlbatrossLargest: Albatross2000 GBFlux8Flux81 GBMedian of 2017 games (n = 5303)Median of 2017 games (n = 5303)765 MBMedian of 122292 FPSHQ gamesMedian of 122292 FPSHQ games1 GBLargest: AlbatrossLargest: Albatross2000 GB

Source: official system requirements (the game’s Steam page), captured Nov 9, 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 Flux8 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 280–470 250–420 175–300
GeForce RTX 4090 S 275–460 235–390 145–250
GeForce RTX 5080 S 265–445 220–365 130–220
GeForce RTX 4080 Super A 255–430 205–340 115–195
GeForce RTX 4080 A 250–420 195–325 110–185
Radeon RX 7900 XTX A 250–425 195–330 110–185
GeForce RTX 5070 Ti A 245–415 190–315 100–180
Radeon RX 9070 XT A 240–405 185–305 100–175
Radeon RX 7900 XT A 225–385 165–280 90–155
GeForce RTX 4070 Ti Super A 235–400 175–295 97–165
GeForce RTX 3090 Ti B 220–375 160–270 87–150
Radeon RX 9070 A 220–370 160–265 85–145

* 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 Flux8

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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34
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

34/100
FPSHQ load index
140–230FPS
FPS on RTX 3060, 1080p High model estimate
130–220FPS
FPS on RTX 4070, 1440p Ultra model estimate
8
of 12 popular GPUs hold 60+ FPS (1440p Ultra)
3GB
minimum RAM
2017
release year
In short

Can my PC run Flux8?

Flux8 (2017): FPSHQ load index 34 out of 100. Per the FPSHQ model, GeForce RTX 3060 delivers 140–230 FPS at 1080p High and GeForce RTX 4070 130–220 FPS at 1440p Ultra; 8 of 12 popular GPUs hold 60+ FPS at 1440p Ultra. Developer's minimum GPU: Intel HD 4000 Graphics above or equivalent; minimum RAM: 3 GB. Source of the numbers: per the system requirements on Steam (checked Nov 9, 2026); FPSHQ model estimate (not a measurement). (model accuracy)

FPSHQ load index
34 FPSHQ index
RTX 3060 · 1080p High
165 FPS model estimate
RTX 4070 · 1440p Ultra
179 FPS model estimate
updated · source: FPS Flux8, 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 Flux8?
Genre: Indie. Has multiplayer.
How big is Flux8 and does it need an SSD?
Flux8 needs 750 MB–1 GB of free disk space according to its official requirements (the game’s Steam page, data as of Nov 9, 2026). The requirements of Flux8 do not state a drive type — an SSD is not officially required; it only speeds up loading.
Who are the developer and publisher?
Developer: Canalside Studios. Publisher: Canalside Studios.
When was or will the game be released?
Released: 2017-08-07.
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: Intel HD 4000 Graphics above or equivalent. 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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