Socketeer

Socketeer

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Release date 2018-08-21
Genre Action
What hardware does Socketeer need?

Socketeer has an FPSHQ demand score of 32/100: 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

Socketeer is a game by Ice BEAM Ltd.. Steam release date: August 21, 2018. Minimum graphics card per Steam: Intel HD Graphics or better. It needs at least 4 GB of RAM.

Description

Strategically hack robots to control their combat abilities and use them to advance deeper into each space station stronghold in this charming sci-fi roguelike.

Data: the game’s Steam store page

About the game

Developer
Ice BEAM Ltd.
Publisher
Alliance Digital Media
Release date
August 21, 2018
PC platforms
Windows, macOS

Socketeer system requirements

Component Minimum Recommended
OS Windows 7 or later Windows 10
Processor 2GHz CPU or better 2GHz Core i3 or better
Memory 4 GB ОЗУ 8 GB ОЗУ
Graphics Intel HD Graphics or better NVIDIA GTX 560 or better
Storage 300 MB 300 MB

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

How big is Socketeer and does it need an SSD

Socketeer needs 300 MB of disk space, according to its official system requirements (the game’s Steam page, data as of Nov 8, 2026). requirements

300 MBdisk space
not statedSSD
21 %of 122429 games with an official size are smaller

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

SocketeerSocketeer300 MBMedian of 2018 games (n = 6685)Median of 2018 games (n = 6685)600 MBMedian of 122429 FPSHQ gamesMedian of 122429 FPSHQ games1 GBLargest: AlbatrossLargest: Albatross2000 GBSocketeerSocketeer300 MBMedian of 2018 games (n = 6685)Median of 2018 games (n = 6685)600 MBMedian of 122429 FPSHQ gamesMedian of 122429 FPSHQ games1 GBLargest: AlbatrossLargest: Albatross2000 GB

Source: official system requirements (the game’s Steam page), captured Nov 8, 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 Socketeer 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 290–485 265–435 190–320
GeForce RTX 4090 S 285–475 245–410 160–270
GeForce RTX 5080 S 275–465 230–385 140–235
GeForce RTX 4080 Super A 265–450 215–360 125–210
GeForce RTX 4080 A 260–445 205–345 115–200
Radeon RX 7900 XTX A 265–445 210–350 120–200
GeForce RTX 5070 Ti A 255–435 200–335 110–190
Radeon RX 9070 XT A 255–430 195–325 105–185
Radeon RX 7900 XT A 240–405 175–300 98–165
GeForce RTX 4070 Ti Super A 250–420 185–315 100–175
GeForce RTX 3090 Ti B 235–400 170–290 94–160
Radeon RX 9070 A 230–390 165–285 92–155

* 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 Socketeer

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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GameSocketeer
Resolution
Graphics preset

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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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32
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

32/100
FPSHQ load index
150–245FPS
FPS on RTX 3060, 1080p High model estimate
140–235FPS
FPS on RTX 4070, 1440p Ultra model estimate
8
of 12 popular GPUs hold 60+ FPS (1440p Ultra)
4GB
minimum RAM
2018
release year
In short

Can my PC run Socketeer?

Socketeer (2018): FPSHQ load index 32 out of 100. Per the FPSHQ model, GeForce RTX 3060 delivers 150–245 FPS at 1080p High and GeForce RTX 4070 140–235 FPS at 1440p Ultra; 8 of 12 popular GPUs hold 60+ FPS at 1440p Ultra. Developer's minimum GPU: Intel HD Graphics or better; minimum RAM: 4 GB. Source of the numbers: per the system requirements on Steam (checked Nov 8, 2026); FPSHQ model estimate (not a measurement). (model accuracy)

FPSHQ load index
32 FPSHQ index
RTX 3060 · 1080p High
177 FPS model estimate
RTX 4070 · 1440p Ultra
193 FPS model estimate
updated · source: FPS Socketeer, FPSHQ model estimate

Frequently asked questions about the game

On which platforms is the game available?
The game is available on: Windows, macOS.
What is the genre of Socketeer?
Genre: Action. Single-player only.
How big is Socketeer and does it need an SSD?
Socketeer needs 300 MB of free disk space according to its official requirements (the game’s Steam page, data as of Nov 8, 2026). The requirements of Socketeer do not state a drive type — an SSD is not officially required; it only speeds up loading.
Who are the developer and publisher?
Developer: Ice BEAM Ltd.. Publisher: Alliance Digital Media.
When was or will the game be released?
Released: 2018-08-21.
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 Graphics 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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