PC requirements

Maniac Mansion System Requirements

Maniac Mansion needs at least 1 GHz, 256 MB RAM and 3D graphics card compatible with DirectX 7 graphics. For the recommended experience you want 1.4 GHz, 512 MB RAM and 3D graphics card compatible with DirectX 9 graphics.

Verified Sources: Steam store listing
Maniac Mansion minimum and recommended PC specifications
Component Minimum Recommended
Operating system Windows XP/Vista/7/8/10 —
Processor 1 GHz 1.4 GHz
Memory 256 MB RAM 512 MB RAM
Graphics 3D graphics card compatible with DirectX 7 3D graphics card compatible with DirectX 9
DirectX Version 7.0 —
Storage 40 MB available space —
Additional notes 16-bit sound card —
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Other platforms

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Quick answers

Running Maniac Mansion on PC

Can my PC run Maniac Mansion?
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 Maniac Mansion need?
40 MB 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.