Hover Idle: Grid Master
PC requirements, performance and Steam Deck status
- Minimum
- GeForce GTX 1060 6GB
- Recommended
- GeForce RTX 2060 6GB
- 60 fps 1080p high
- Radeon RX 5600 XT (~61 fps, est.)
- Steam Deck
- Below minimum · ~33 fps high (est.)
- Genres
- Indie, Simulation, Strategy
- Release
- Sep 22, 2026
- Developer
- Tiny Forge
- Publisher
- Tiny Forge
Destroy a grid of blocks just by hovering! Earn Gold, XP, and unlock 5 deep upgrade categories. Deploy idle helpers for passive gains, use unique block perks, reset via Prestige, and conquer challenging Tiers. Customize your background and unlock Steam achievements!
IncrementalCapitalismIndieIdlerCozySimulationRelaxingStrategySandboxPixel Graphics
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What you need for Hover Idle: Grid Master
Hover Idle: Grid Master needs about a Radeon RX 5600 XT for 60 fps at 1080p high and a Radeon RX 6700 at 1440p (pcgaming.io estimate, medium confidence, ±20%, model v0, data updated 2026-09-24).
| Target | Graphics card (at least) | Processor (at least) |
|---|---|---|
| 1080p · 60 fps · High | Radeon RX 5600 XT | Core i3-9100F |
| 1080p · 144 fps · Medium | Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB | Ryzen 5 5600X |
| 1440p · 60 fps · High | Radeon RX 6700 | Core i3-9100F |
| 1440p · 120 fps · High | Radeon RX 7900 XT | Ryzen 9 3900X |
| 4K · 60 fps · High | GeForce RTX 5070 | Core i3-9100F |
Slowest current desktop parts (2020+ GPUs, 2019+ CPUs) our model expects to reach each target. Best GPUs for Hover Idle: Grid Master →
Estimated FPS on popular graphics cards (high preset)
| Graphics card | 1080p | 1440p | 4K |
|---|---|---|---|
| GeForce GTX 1650 | 29 | 20 | 12 |
| GeForce GTX 1060 6GB | 40 | 28 | 17 |
| GeForce RTX 2060 6GB | 60 | 42 | 25 |
| Radeon RX 6600 | 66 | 46 | 28 |
| GeForce RTX 3060 12GB | 71 | 50 | 30 |
| GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU | 74 | 52 | 31 |
| Radeon RX 7600 | 83 | 58 | 35 |
| GeForce RTX 4060 | 84 | 59 | 35 |
| GeForce RTX 3070 | 99 | 69 | 41 |
| GeForce RTX 4070 | 124 | 87 | 52 |
| Radeon RX 7800 XT | 139 | 97 | 58 |
| GeForce RTX 5070 | 143 | 100 | 60 |
| Radeon RX 9070 XT | 186 | 130 | 78 |
| GeForce RTX 4080 | 193 | 135 | 81 |
| GeForce RTX 5090 | 300+ | 215 | 129 |
Estimated FPS from our model (v0), based on the game's published requirements and relative GPU/CPU performance. Not measured. Real results vary with drivers, patches, and scenes. Values above 300 fps show as 300+. Data updated 2026-09-24.
Hover Idle: Grid Master system requirements
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 | Windows 11 |
| Processor | Intel Core i3 Dual Core No specific model named. Estimated from the legacy requirement. | Intel Core i5 - i7 Quad Core No specific model named. Estimated from the legacy requirement. |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 |
| Memory | 2 GB | 4 GB |
| Storage | 0.2 GB | 0.2 GB |
Source: Steam.
Hover Idle: Grid Master on handheld PCs
| Handheld | Native resolution | Estimated FPS | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steam Deck OLED | 1280×800 | 33 high | Below minimum |
| ROG Ally X | 1920×1080 | 35 medium | Below minimum |
| ROG Xbox Ally X | 1920×1080 | 31 high | Below minimum |
| Legion Go 2 | 1920×1200 | 37 medium | Below minimum |
| MSI Claw 8 AI+ | 1920×1200 | 37 medium | Below minimum |
Each handheld at its own screen resolution, on the best preset that holds 30 fps. Steam Deck verdicts are Valve's rating.
Details
- Controller support
- Keyboard & mouse
- DLC
- 0
- Steam achievements
- 5
- Features
- Single-playerSteam AchievementsSteam CloudFamily Sharing
- Languages (1)
- English
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FAQ
Can Hover Idle: Grid Master run on a GTX 1650?
No. The GeForce GTX 1650 is below Hover Idle: Grid Master's minimum spec (GeForce GTX 1060 6GB). Our model still estimates ~49 fps at 1080p low (range 39–58, medium confidence, ±20%), but cards below the minimum may not be supported. The cheapest current card for 60 fps at 1080p high is the Radeon RX 5600 XT (~61 fps). Every preset on the GTX 1650.
Can Hover Idle: Grid Master run on Steam Deck?
No. The Steam Deck OLED is below Hover Idle: Grid Master's minimum spec (GeForce GTX 1060 6GB). At its native 1280×800 we estimate ~33 fps on the high preset (range 26–39, medium confidence, ±20%). 60 fps is out of reach; 40 fps works on medium. Presets for 30/40/60 fps on Steam Deck OLED.
What graphics card do I need for Hover Idle: Grid Master at 1440p?
For 60 fps at 1440p high, our model points to a Radeon RX 6700 or faster: ~60 fps (range 48–72, medium confidence, ±20%). At 1080p high a Radeon RX 5600 XT is enough. 4K at 60 fps needs a GeForce RTX 5070. All are the slowest current desktop cards per target. Best GPUs for Hover Idle: Grid Master by brand.
Can I run Hover Idle: Grid Master on a laptop?
Yes, with a fast enough GPU. Of the 30 laptop GPUs we list, the GeForce RTX 2070 Laptop GPU is the slowest expected to reach 60 fps at 1080p high: ~60 fps (range 48–72, medium confidence, ±20%). The slowest one that meets the minimum spec, the GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop GPU, gets ~63 fps at 1080p low. Hover Idle: Grid Master on the GeForce RTX 2070 Laptop GPU.
How much RAM does Hover Idle: Grid Master need?
The publisher's Steam listing asks for 2 GB of RAM minimum and 4 GB recommended for Hover Idle: Grid Master.
How much storage does Hover Idle: Grid Master take?
Hover Idle: Grid Master needs 0.2 GB of free storage according to the publisher's recommended spec on Steam. The minimum operating system is Windows 10.