PC requirements
8-Bit Hordes System Requirements
8-Bit Hordes needs at least 2.6 GHz Dual Core Processor, 4 GB RAM and Nvidia Geforce GTS 250 or ATI Radeon HD 3870 graphics. For the recommended experience you want 2.6 GHz+ Quad Core Processor, 6 GB RAM and Nvidia GeForce 550 Ti or AMD Radeon HD 6800 Series graphics.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows Vista SP2 | Windows 7 |
| Processor | 2.6 GHz Dual Core Processor | 2.6 GHz+ Quad Core Processor |
| Memory | 4 GB RAM | 6 GB RAM |
| Graphics | Nvidia Geforce GTS 250 or ATI Radeon HD 3870 | Nvidia GeForce 550 Ti or AMD Radeon HD 6800 Series |
| DirectX | Version 11 | Version 11 |
| Storage | 2 GB available space | 2 GB available space |
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Quick answers
Running 8-Bit Hordes on PC
Can my PC run 8-Bit Hordes?
Compare your CPU, GPU and RAM against the minimum column below. If your parts match or beat every minimum row, the game will launch — though you may need to lower settings. Matching the recommended column is what gets you 60fps at 1080p.
How much storage does 8-Bit Hordes need?
2 GB available space
What is the difference between minimum and recommended specs?
Minimum means the game starts and is playable, usually at 30fps on low settings at 1080p. Recommended is the developer's target for a smooth 60fps experience at high settings.