PC requirements

Metro: Last Light Redux System Requirements

Metro: Last Light Redux needs at least Dual Core CPU (2.2+ GHz Dual Core CPU or better), 2 GB RAM and DirectX 10, Shader Model 4 compliant graphics cards (GeForce 8800 GT 512 MB, GeForce GTS 250, etc) graphics. For the recommended experience you want Any Quad Core or 3.0+ GHz Dual Core CPU, 4 GB RAM and DirectX 11 compliant graphics card (GeForce GTX 480 and above) graphics.

Verified Sources: Steam store listing
Metro: Last Light Redux minimum and recommended PC specifications
Component Minimum Recommended
Operating system Windows Vista, 7 or 8 (64-bit only) Windows 7 or 8 (64-bit only)
Processor Dual Core CPU (2.2+ GHz Dual Core CPU or better) Any Quad Core or 3.0+ GHz Dual Core CPU
Memory 2 GB RAM 4 GB RAM
Graphics DirectX 10, Shader Model 4 compliant graphics cards (GeForce 8800 GT 512 MB, GeForce GTS 250, etc) DirectX 11 compliant graphics card (GeForce GTX 480 and above)
DirectX Version 10 Version 11
Storage 10 GB available space 10 GB available space
Additional notes 64-bit only (64-bit only)
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Other platforms

Metro: Last Light Redux is also available on these systems, where hardware is fixed and no per-PC check is needed:

Quick answers

Running Metro: Last Light Redux on PC

Can my PC run Metro: Last Light Redux?
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 Metro: Last Light Redux need?
10 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.