PC requirements
Serious Sam 3: BFE System Requirements
Serious Sam 3: BFE needs at least Dual-core from Intel or AMD at 2.0 GHz, 1GB of RAM and nVidia GeForce 7800/7900/8600 series, ATI/AMD Radeon HD2600/3600 or 1800/X1900 series graphics. For the recommended experience you want Quad-core from Intel (i5/i7-series) or AMD (Phenom II) at 3.0 GHz, 4GB of RAM and nVidia GeForce 480/580 GTX, ATI/AMD Radeon HD 5870/6970 graphics.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows XP 32-bit (with service pack 2 or 3) | Windows 7 64-bit |
| Processor | Dual-core from Intel or AMD at 2.0 GHz | Quad-core from Intel (i5/i7-series) or AMD (Phenom II) at 3.0 GHz |
| Memory | 1GB | 4GB |
| Graphics | nVidia GeForce 7800/7900/8600 series, ATI/AMD Radeon HD2600/3600 or 1800/X1900 series | nVidia GeForce 480/580 GTX, ATI/AMD Radeon HD 5870/6970 |
| Storage | 4GB free hard drive space | 4GB free hard drive space |
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Quick answers
Running Serious Sam 3: BFE on PC
Can my PC run Serious Sam 3: BFE?
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 Serious Sam 3: BFE need?
4GB free hard drive 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.