Upward

Upward

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Release date 2026-06-22
Genre Indie
What hardware does Upward need?

Upward 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

Upward is a game by Im_The_Goose. Steam release date: June 22, 2026. Minimum graphics card per Steam: Integrated Graphics, Geforce 660 or similar. It needs at least 1 GB of RAM.

Description

Try to stay alive for as long as possible, by avoiding various enemies and obstacles while collecting as many apples as your heart desires. Play against friends, unlock cool cosmetics or achieve a new highscore. The choice is up to you.

Data: the game’s Steam store page

About the game

Developer
Im_The_Goose
Publisher
Im_The_Goose
Release date
June 22, 2026
PC platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Mode
multiplayer / co-op

Upward system requirements

Component Minimum Recommended
OS Windows 10 —
Processor Dual Core Processor —
Memory 1 GB ОЗУ —
Graphics Integrated Graphics, Geforce 660 or similar —
Storage 128 MB —
Notes Should run more then fine on low end hardware —

64-разрядные процессор и операционная система

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

How big is Upward and does it need an SSD

Upward needs 128 MB of disk space, according to its official system requirements (the game’s Steam page, data as of Oct 4, 2026). requirements

128 MBdisk space
not statedSSD
8 %of 91832 games with an official size are smaller

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

UpwardUpward128 MBMedian of 2026 games (n = 17898)Median of 2026 games (n = 17898)1 GBMedian of 91832 FPSHQ gamesMedian of 91832 FPSHQ games1 GBLargest: AlbatrossLargest: Albatross2000 GBUpwardUpward128 MBMedian of 2026 games (n = 17898)Median of 2026 games (n = 17898)1 GBMedian of 91832 FPSHQ gamesMedian of 91832 FPSHQ games1 GBLargest: AlbatrossLargest: Albatross2000 GB

Source: official system requirements (the game’s Steam page), captured Oct 4, 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 Upward 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 245–370 205–315 125–195
GeForce RTX 4090 S 230–350 180–275 105–160
GeForce RTX 5080 S 215–330 160–250 92–140
GeForce RTX 4080 Super A 200–315 145–230 82–125
GeForce RTX 4080 A 195–300 140–215 77–120
Radeon RX 7900 XTX A 195–305 140–220 77–120
GeForce RTX 5070 Ti A 185–295 135–210 73–115
Radeon RX 9070 XT A 180–285 130–200 70–110
Radeon RX 7900 XT A 165–265 115–180 63–96
GeForce RTX 4070 Ti Super A 175–280 125–195 67–105
GeForce RTX 3090 Ti B 160–255 110–175 60–93
Radeon RX 9070 A 160–250 110–170 59–91

* 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 Upward

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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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
94–150FPS
FPS on RTX 3060, 1080p High model estimate
92–140FPS
FPS on RTX 4070, 1440p Ultra model estimate
6
of 12 popular GPUs hold 60+ FPS (1440p Ultra)
1GB
minimum RAM
2026
release year
In short

Can my PC run Upward?

Upward (2026): FPSHQ load index 48 out of 100. Per the FPSHQ model, GeForce RTX 3060 delivers 94–150 FPS at 1080p High and GeForce RTX 4070 92–140 FPS at 1440p Ultra; 6 of 12 popular GPUs hold 60+ FPS at 1440p Ultra. Developer's minimum GPU: Integrated Graphics, Geforce 660 or similar; minimum RAM: 1 GB. Source of the numbers: per the system requirements on Steam (checked Oct 4, 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 Upward, 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 Upward?
Genre: Indie. Has multiplayer.
How big is Upward and does it need an SSD?
Upward needs 128 MB of free disk space according to its official requirements (the game’s Steam page, data as of Oct 4, 2026). The requirements of Upward do not state a drive type — an SSD is not officially required; it only speeds up loading.
Who are the developer and publisher?
Developer: Im_The_Goose. Publisher: Im_The_Goose.
When was or will the game be released?
Released: 2026-06-22.
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: Integrated Graphics, Geforce 660 or similar. 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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