PC requirements
Dead by Daylight System Requirements
Dead by Daylight needs at least Intel Core i3-4170 or AMD FX-8120, 8 GB RAM and DX11 Compatible GeForce GTX 460 1GB or AMD HD 6850 1GB graphics. For the recommended experience you want Intel Core i3-4170 or AMD FX-8300 or higher, 8 GB RAM and DX11 Compatible GeForce 760 or AMD HD 8800 or higher with 4GB of RAM graphics.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 10 64-bit Operating System | Windows 10 64-bit Operating System |
| Processor | Intel Core i3-4170 or AMD FX-8120 | Intel Core i3-4170 or AMD FX-8300 or higher |
| Memory | 8 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics | DX11 Compatible GeForce GTX 460 1GB or AMD HD 6850 1GB | DX11 Compatible GeForce 760 or AMD HD 8800 or higher with 4GB of RAM |
| DirectX | Version 11 | Version 11 |
| Storage | 50 GB available space | 50 GB available space |
| Additional notes | DX11 compatible | DX11 compatible |
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Quick answers
Running Dead by Daylight on PC
Can my PC run Dead by Daylight?
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 Dead by Daylight need?
50 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.