PC requirements

Stronghold 2 System Requirements

Stronghold 2 needs at least 1.6 GHz Intel or AMD Processor, 512 MB RAM and 256 MB Video Card graphics. For the recommended experience you want 2.3 GHz Intel or AMD Processor, 1 GB RAM and 512 MB Video Card graphics.

Verified Sources: Steam store listing
Stronghold 2 minimum and recommended PC specifications
Component Minimum Recommended
Operating system Windows XP/Vista/7/8/10/11 Windows 7/8/10/11
Processor 1.6 GHz Intel or AMD Processor 2.3 GHz Intel or AMD Processor
Memory 512 MB RAM 1 GB RAM
Graphics 256 MB Video Card 512 MB Video Card
DirectX Version 9.0c Version 9.0c
Storage 3 GB available space 3 GB available space
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Other platforms

Stronghold 2 is also available on these systems, where hardware is fixed and no per-PC check is needed:

Quick answers

Running Stronghold 2 on PC

Can my PC run Stronghold 2?
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 Stronghold 2 need?
3 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.