PC requirements
Pac-Man 256 System Requirements
Pac-Man 256 needs at least Intel i3+ or equivalent, 1 GB RAM and Nvidia 8800, Radeon HD35xx, Intel HD 4000+ graphics. For the recommended experience you want Intel i5+ or equivalent, 2 GB RAM and NVidia 560+ or equivalent graphics.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows XP | Windows 7+ |
| Processor | Intel i3+ or equivalent | Intel i5+ or equivalent |
| Memory | 1 GB RAM | 2 GB RAM |
| Graphics | Nvidia 8800, Radeon HD35xx, Intel HD 4000+ | NVidia 560+ or equivalent |
| DirectX | Version 9.0c | Version 9.0c |
| Storage | 100 MB available space | 100 MB available space |
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Quick answers
Running Pac-Man 256 on PC
Can my PC run Pac-Man 256?
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 Pac-Man 256 need?
100 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.