PC requirements

The Whispered World Special Edition System Requirements

The Whispered World Special Edition needs at least 2.5 GHz (Single Core) or 2 GHz (Dual Core), 1 GB RAM and OpenGL 2.0 compatible with 256 MB RAM, Shader Model 2.0 Support (Shared Memory is not recommended) graphics. For the recommended experience you want 2.5 GHz (Single Core) or 2 GHz (Dual Core), 2 GB RAM and OpenGL 2.0 compatible with 512 MB RAM, Shader Model 2.0 Support (Shared Memory is not recommended) graphics.

Verified Sources: Steam store listing
The Whispered World Special Edition minimum and recommended PC specifications
Component Minimum Recommended
Operating system Windows Vista/7 Windows Vista/7/8-32bit
Processor 2.5 GHz (Single Core) or 2 GHz (Dual Core) 2.5 GHz (Single Core) or 2 GHz (Dual Core)
Memory 1 GB RAM 2 GB RAM
Graphics OpenGL 2.0 compatible with 256 MB RAM, Shader Model 2.0 Support (Shared Memory is not recommended) OpenGL 2.0 compatible with 512 MB RAM, Shader Model 2.0 Support (Shared Memory is not recommended)
DirectX Version 9.0c Version 9.0c
Storage 1800 MB available space 1800 MB available space
Additional notes DirectX 9.0c compatible DirectX 9.0c compatible
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Other platforms

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Quick answers

Running The Whispered World Special Edition on PC

Can my PC run The Whispered World Special Edition?
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 Whispered World Special Edition need?
1800 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.