Satellite Command

Satellite Command

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Release date 2016-12-16
Genre Simulation
What hardware does Satellite Command need?

Satellite Command has an FPSHQ demand score of 48/100: moderate requirements — runs on mid-range cards like the RTX 3060 / RX 6600. Source of the numbers: per the system requirements on Steam.

requirements · data updated · methodology

Satellite Command is a game by Stormtide. Steam release date: December 16, 2016. Minimum graphics card per Steam: NVidia GeForce GTX 500 Series. It needs at least 4 GB of RAM.

Description

Satellite Command is a realistic, relaxing astrophysics simulator. Complete contracts with real data, launch and take control of ever more powerful Satellites, research advanced technology and build your Space Agency!

Data: the game’s Steam store page

About the game

Developer
Stormtide
Publisher
Stormtide
Release date
December 16, 2016
PC platforms
Windows

Satellite Command system requirements

Component Minimum Recommended
OS Windows 7 (64-Bit) Windows 10 (64-Bit)
Processor Intel Core-i5 Intel Core-i7
Memory 4 GB ОЗУ 8 GB ОЗУ
Graphics NVidia GeForce GTX 500 Series NVidia GeForce GTX 900 Series
DirectX версии 11 версии 11
Storage 2 GB 2 GB
Network — Широкополосное подключение к интернету
Notes 1.5GB VRAM 2GB VRAM

64-разрядные процессор и операционная система

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

How big is Satellite Command and does it need an SSD

Satellite Command needs 2 GB of disk space, according to its official system requirements (the game’s Steam page, data as of Nov 10, 2026). requirements

2 GBdisk space
not statedSSD
59 %of 122454 games with an official size are smaller

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

Satellite CommandSatellite Command2 GBMedian of 2016 games (n = 3656)Median of 2016 games (n = 3656)600 MBMedian of 122454 FPSHQ gamesMedian of 122454 FPSHQ games1 GBLargest: AlbatrossLargest: Albatross2000 GBSatellite CommandSatellite Command2 GBMedian of 2016 games (n = 3656)Median of 2016 games (n = 3656)600 MBMedian of 122454 FPSHQ gamesMedian of 122454 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 Satellite Command 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 225–385 190–320 115–200
GeForce RTX 4090 S 215–365 170–280 97–165
GeForce RTX 5080 S 200–340 150–255 85–145
GeForce RTX 4080 Super A 190–320 140–235 76–130
GeForce RTX 4080 A 185–310 130–220 72–120
Radeon RX 7900 XTX A 185–310 130–220 72–120
GeForce RTX 5070 Ti A 175–300 125–210 68–115
Radeon RX 9070 XT A 170–295 120–205 65–110
Radeon RX 7900 XT A 155–270 110–185 59–99
GeForce RTX 4070 Ti Super A 165–285 115–200 62–105
GeForce RTX 3090 Ti B 150–260 105–180 56–96
Radeon RX 9070 A 150–255 100–175 55–93

* 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 Satellite Command

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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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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48
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

48/100
FPSHQ load index
91–150FPS
FPS on RTX 3060, 1080p High model estimate
86–145FPS
FPS on RTX 4070, 1440p Ultra model estimate
6
of 12 popular GPUs hold 60+ FPS (1440p Ultra)
4GB
minimum RAM
2016
release year
In short

Can my PC run Satellite Command?

Satellite Command (2016): FPSHQ load index 48 out of 100. Per the FPSHQ model, GeForce RTX 3060 delivers 91–150 FPS at 1080p High and GeForce RTX 4070 86–145 FPS at 1440p Ultra; 6 of 12 popular GPUs hold 60+ FPS at 1440p Ultra. Developer's minimum GPU: NVidia GeForce GTX 500 Series; minimum RAM: 4 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
48 FPSHQ index
RTX 3060 · 1080p High
107 FPS model estimate
RTX 4070 · 1440p Ultra
117 FPS model estimate
updated · source: FPS Satellite Command, FPSHQ model estimate

Frequently asked questions about the game

What are the minimum system requirements for Satellite Command?
Minimum configuration: Intel Core-i5, NVidia GeForce GTX 500 Series, 4 GB RAM, 2 GB of disk space.
On which platforms is the game available?
The game is available on: Windows.
How big is Satellite Command and does it need an SSD?
Satellite Command needs 2 GB of free disk space according to its official requirements (the game’s Steam page, data as of Nov 10, 2026). The requirements of Satellite Command do not state a drive type — an SSD is not officially required; it only speeds up loading.
What is the genre of Satellite Command?
Genre: Simulation. Single-player only.
Who are the developer and publisher?
Developer: Stormtide. Publisher: Stormtide.
When was or will the game be released?
Released: 2016-12-16.
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 GTX 500 Series. 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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