Iron Crypticle

Iron Crypticle

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Release date 2017-07-12
Genre Action
What hardware does Iron Crypticle need?

Iron Crypticle has an FPSHQ demand score of 22/100: 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

Iron Crypticle is a game by Confused Pelican. Steam release date: July 12, 2017. Minimum graphics card per Steam: Open GL 2.0 Compatible Video Card (Intel HD4000 or better). It needs at least 2 GB of RAM.

Description

IRON CRYPTICLE is an arcade twin-stick dungeon shooter with RPG elements for 1 to 4 players LOCAL CO-OP! A mysterious, malevolent force has abducted Cryptonia’s princess – along with the king’s royal golden treasures (shaped curiously like large foodstuffs...). Kingsguard to the rescue!

Data: the game’s Steam store page

About the game

Developer
Confused Pelican
Publisher
TIKIPOD
Release date
July 12, 2017
PC platforms
Windows
Mode
multiplayer / co-op

Iron Crypticle system requirements

Component Minimum Recommended
OS Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10 Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10
Processor Dual Core 2Ghz or above Dual Core 2Ghz or above
Memory 2 GB ОЗУ 4 GB ОЗУ
Graphics Open GL 2.0 Compatible Video Card (Intel HD4000 or better) Open GL 2.0 Compatible Video Card (Intel HD4000 or better)
Storage 120 MB 200 MB

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

How big is Iron Crypticle and does it need an SSD

Iron Crypticle needs 120 MB of free space for minimum requirements and 200 MB for recommended (the game’s Steam page, data as of Nov 10, 2026). requirements

120 MB–200 MBdisk space
not statedSSD
12 %of 122285 games with an official size are smaller

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

Iron CrypticleIron Crypticle200 MBMedian of 2017 games (n = 5303)Median of 2017 games (n = 5303)765 MBMedian of 122285 FPSHQ gamesMedian of 122285 FPSHQ games1 GBLargest: AlbatrossLargest: Albatross2000 GBIron CrypticleIron Crypticle200 MBMedian of 2017 games (n = 5303)Median of 2017 games (n = 5303)765 MBMedian of 122285 FPSHQ gamesMedian of 122285 FPSHQ games1 GBLargest: AlbatrossLargest: Albatross2000 GB

Source: official system requirements (the game’s Steam page), captured Nov 10, 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 Iron Crypticle 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 355–590 330–550 280–470
GeForce RTX 4090 S 350–590 320–535 245–410
GeForce RTX 5080 S 350–585 310–520 215–365
GeForce RTX 4080 Super A 345–575 300–500 195–330
GeForce RTX 4080 A 340–570 295–490 185–315
Radeon RX 7900 XTX A 340–570 295–495 185–315
GeForce RTX 5070 Ti A 340–565 290–480 175–300
Radeon RX 9070 XT A 335–565 285–475 170–295
Radeon RX 7900 XT A 325–550 265–445 155–265
GeForce RTX 4070 Ti Super A 330–555 280–465 165–280
GeForce RTX 3090 Ti B 325–540 260–435 150–255
Radeon RX 9070 A 320–535 255–430 145–250

* 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 Iron Crypticle

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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22
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

22/100
FPSHQ load index
235–385FPS
FPS on RTX 3060, 1080p High model estimate
220–365FPS
FPS on RTX 4070, 1440p Ultra model estimate
11
of 12 popular GPUs hold 60+ FPS (1440p Ultra)
2GB
minimum RAM
2017
release year
In short

Can my PC run Iron Crypticle?

Iron Crypticle (2017): FPSHQ load index 22 out of 100. Per the FPSHQ model, GeForce RTX 3060 delivers 235–385 FPS at 1080p High and GeForce RTX 4070 220–365 FPS at 1440p Ultra; 11 of 12 popular GPUs hold 60+ FPS at 1440p Ultra. Developer's minimum GPU: Open GL 2.0 Compatible Video Card (Intel HD4000 or better); minimum RAM: 2 GB. Source of the numbers: per the system requirements on Steam (checked Nov 10, 2026); FPSHQ model estimate (not a measurement). (model accuracy)

FPSHQ load index
22 FPSHQ index
RTX 3060 · 1080p High
278 FPS model estimate
RTX 4070 · 1440p Ultra
299 FPS model estimate
updated · source: FPS Iron Crypticle, FPSHQ model estimate

Frequently asked questions about the game

On which platforms is the game available?
The game is available on: Windows.
What is the genre of Iron Crypticle?
Genre: Action. Has multiplayer.
How big is Iron Crypticle and does it need an SSD?
Iron Crypticle needs 120 MB–200 MB of free disk space according to its official requirements (the game’s Steam page, data as of Nov 10, 2026). The requirements of Iron Crypticle do not state a drive type — an SSD is not officially required; it only speeds up loading.
Who are the developer and publisher?
Developer: Confused Pelican. Publisher: TIKIPOD.
When was or will the game be released?
Released: 2017-07-12.
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: Open GL 2.0 Compatible Video Card (Intel HD4000 or better). 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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