PC requirements
The Initiate System Requirements
The Initiate needs at least Intel i7 4790k, 8 GB RAM and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 680 or AMD equivalent graphics. For the recommended experience you want Intel i7 7700k, 16 GB RAM and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 or AMD equivalent graphics.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 7, 64-bits | Windows 10, 64-bits |
| Processor | Intel i7 4790k | Intel i7 7700k |
| Memory | 8 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 680 or AMD equivalent | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 or AMD equivalent |
| DirectX | Version 9.0c | — |
| Storage | 7 GB available space | 7 GB available space |
| Additional notes | Compatible Sound Card | Compatible Sound Card |
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Other platforms
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Quick answers
Running The Initiate on PC
Can my PC run The Initiate?
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 The Initiate need?
7 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.